RPSG-FSMS-RA-COSHH-005

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

Department: Catering - DFAC Date: 12/7/2018
Substance Name: Bivvy - Liquid Fabric Softner CRA Number: 5

Operation / Process Details

Job / Task: Fabric Softner for professional use.

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

Exposure and/or Eye effects: May cause stinging, itching, swelling and/or redness
Health Hazards Skin: Prolonged contact with concentrated material may be irritating to skin
Inhalation: Transient irritation with prolonged exposure
Ingestion: May result in nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea

Groups at risk: Users Others at risk: Store Handlers

Evaluation of hazards before safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

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

Existing safety / control measures (if applicable)

Hand Protection: Generally none required

Eye Protection : Generally none required
Respiratory protection : Not normally required under normal use conditions
Skin Protection: No special requirements under normal use conditions
Normal Working Hygiene Measures: Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
After handling, always wash hands thoroughly.

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:Flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 mins. Get medical attention
if irritation persists
Skin: If on skin, wash area with soap and water. if irritation continues, seek
medical attention.
First Aid:
Inhalation: Move to fresh air.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting
General Advice: Consult Physician and show Safety Data Sheet.

Exposure Limits: No exposure standard applies to this product.

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
and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

Store in original containers in a cool, dry, well ventilated area out of direct
Storage: sunlight.

Contain using sand or earth. Collect and place in clean, labelled containers for
Spillage: disposal. Wash area down with 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
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)