RPSG-FSMS-RA-COSHH-026

Rev:03; Date:07/12/18
COSSH RISK ASSESSMENT
Issue No. 02
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RPSG Carried Out By: James Kelly

Department: Catering - DFAC Date: 12/7/2018
Substance Name: FINE - laundry Detergent CRA Number: 26

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Operation / Process Details

Job / Task: Laundry Detergent for professional use.

Amount being used: Small (Up to 1L) Medium (1L to 5L) x Large (Over 5L)

Exposure and/or Eye effects: May cause eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes
Health Hazards Skin: No irritation with brief contact
Inhalation: Inhalation of this product is unlikely
Ingestion: may be harmful if swallowed

Groups at risk: Users Others at risk: Store Handlers

Evaluation of hazards before safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 4 Moderate
Skin 2 Low
Risk Rating = Inhalation 2 Low
Likelihood x Severity Ingestion 2 Low

Existing safety / control measures (if applicable)

Hand Protection: May cause irritation, wear rubber gloves with prolonged contact
Eye Protection : When using in large quantities. Wear Safety glasses
Respiratory protection : Use in well ventilated area.
Skin Protection: No special requirements under normal use conditions
Normal Working Hygiene Measures: Washing with soap and water after use is recommended
as good hygiene practice to prevent possible eye irritation from hand contact.

Evaluation of hazards with safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 3 Low
Skin 3 Low
Risk Rating = Inhalation 2 Low
Likelihood x Severity Ingestion 2 Low

Risk Rating Risk Class

Likelihood (L) Severity (S)
1 = Rare 1 = Insignificant 1-3 Low
2 = Unlikely 2 = Minor 4-6 Moderate
3 = Possible 3 = Moderate 7 - 15 High
4 = Likely 4 = Major 16 - 25 Extreme
5 = Almost Certain 5 = Severe
 COSHH Assessment Form
Additional controls required (to reduce residual risk class to below 4)

Obtain and read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) before going to use the materials

Additional information
Eyes: In case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Skin: Rinse with water
Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure.
Ingestion: Drink a few glasses of water or milk, seek medical assistance if any
First Aid:
discomfort continues. Do not induce vomiting.
General Advice: Consult Physician and show Safety Data Sheet.

Exposure Limits: Refer to MSDS

NON FLAMMABLE – In the event of a fire due to other causes the product is
compatible with foam, water, carbon dioxide and dry powder extinguishers.
Fire:

Use appropriate personnel protective clothing appropriate for the task. Use good
industrial hygiene practices when handling this material.
Storage: Store upright in original closed containers in a cool place. Keep dry.

No special protective clothing required. Small quantities may be flushed to

Spillage: drains with plenty of water.

Is the manufacturers safety data sheet (MSDS) Is maintenance of Engineering Controls in place?
attached to this assessment? (essential)
Yes x No Yes x No
Where RPE is used, is it inspected and Is monitoring required?
tested?
Yes x No Yes No x
Is Health Surveillance required? Has information, instruction and training been
provided?
Yes No x Yes x No

PPE Control measures ('X' if applicable)

X X

X
Additional control measures ('X' if applicable)

X X X
Assessment review
1st Review 07/12/18 JKELLY 2nd Review (date & sign) 3rd Review (date & sign)