COSHH Risk Assessment No: 2

Substance/Product Name: CO® Contact Cleaner

(aerosol)
Company name: Dept. (if applicable):
Jel m HSE
Describe the activity or Precision Electronics Cleaning
work process.
(Inc. how long/ how often
this is carried out and
quantity substance used)
Location of process Overall
being carried out?
Identify the persons at risk: Employees Worker X Public

Name the substance involved in the CO® Contact Cleaner (aerosol)

process and its manufacturer.
(A copy of a current safety data sheet is attached
to this assessment)
CLASSIFICATION (state the category of danger)
Oxidising Gas Under Pressure
Toxic

Flammable Carcinogen
X Harmful/ Irritant

Corrosive Explosives Dangerous for

X the environment

HAZARD TYPE

Gas Vapour Mist Fume Dust Liquid Solid Other (State)

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
X X X X
Inhalation Skin Eyes Ingestion Other (State)
NFPA DIAMOND
(Insert the logo specific for the substance)

Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) please indicate n/a where not applicable
None None

State the Risks to Health from Identified Hazards

IRRITATION , SKIN ALERGY , INHALATION, INGESTION

CONTROL MEASURES:
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Methods of prevention or control of exposure
The COSHH hierarchy of control measures should be used when determining the methods to be used to
prevent/control exposure, with engineering and group control measures being employed in preference to individual
measures (such as individual PPE).
NIOSH-approved MASK, RUBBER GLOVES , GOGGLES , COVER ALL
Is health surveillance or monitoring required? Yes No X

Personal Protective Equipment (state type and standard)

Suitable for chemical splashes

X
Dust mask Visor
NIOSH-approved
x cartridge respirator X
Respirator Goggles

X X
Gloves Overalls

X X
Footwear Other
First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Call a physician if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with soap and water. Call a physician if
irritation persists. Wash contaminated clothing prior to re-use.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. Keep person calm. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult give oxygen. Do NOT give epinephrine (adrenaline). Call a physician.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a physician. Immediately give 2 glasses of
water. Do NOT give stimulants. Get medical attention immediately.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
(List any specialised training requirements before work can begin)
HAZCOM and COSHH Awareness
STORAGE
Handling Procedures: Minimize vapor accumulation by providing air circulation. Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Wear
eye protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use caution around energized equipment.
The metal container will conduct electricity if it contacts a live source. This may result in injury
to the user from electrical shock and/or flash fire. For product use instructions, please see the
product label.
Storage Procedures: Store in a cool dry area out of direct sunlight. Aerosol cans must be maintained below 120 F to
prevent cans from rupturing. If stored below 14°F, mix prior to use
Aerosol Storage Level: I
Disposal of Substances & Contaminated Containers

Hazardous Waste X Skip Return to Depot Return to Supplier Other

(If Other Please State):

Is exposure adequately controlled?

Yes X No
Risk Rating Following Control Measures

High Medium x Low

ASSESSMENT OF RISK USING CONTROLS DETAILED ABOVE

(Are the hazards/risks suitably controlled, using the control measures detailed above? If not, state the further
actions required, e.g. Requirement for a standard operating procedure (SOP), etc).

Assessed by: SHAHID Date: Review Date: xxxx

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