RPSG-FSMS-RA-COSHH-001

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: ACO Bleach CRA Number: 1

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Operation / Process Details

Job / Task: Bleach for professional use.

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

Exposure and/or Eye effects: Irratating to the eyes

Health Hazards Skin: May cause skin Irritation to susceptible persons
Inhalation: Unlikely, such exposure may cause upper respiratory irritation.
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 4 Moderate
Risk Rating = Inhalation 2 Low
Likelihood x Severity Ingestion 2 Low

Existing safety / control measures (if applicable)

Hand Protection: Use gloves.

Eye Protection : Wear tightly fitted Safety glasses
Respiratory protection : Not required. But in the case of vapour formation use a respirator
Skin Protection: choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the
substance at the work place
Normal Working Hygiene Measures: Washing with soap and water after use is recommended.

Evaluation of hazards with safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 2 Low
Skin 2 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: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, holding the eyelids open and
seek medical advice.
Skin: Wash off with plently with soap and plenty of water.
Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure. Seek medical advice if effects
First Aid:
persist.
Ingestion: Remove product from mouth, give the casualty a small quantity of
water to drink if they are conscious and seek medical advice.
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 water, foam, carbon dioxide and dry powder extinguishers. May
Fire: evolve toxic fumes if involved in a fire, wear self contained breathing apparatus.
Do not let allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe fumes. Do not mix with any
other chemicals other than indentified on the MSDS
Storage: Store upright in original closed containers in a cool place. Keep away from acids.
Keep dry.
Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. Contain, collect or absorb onto
Spillage: dry sand or similiar absorbent material and dispose of to a licensed waste
management company.

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 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)