COSHH RISK ASSESSMENT

Substance being assessed: Diesel Site: Register No: SP161

Assessor: Audrey Smith Signed: A. Smith Date prepared: 30.06.22 Review date: 30.06.23

Key to assessment Risk value: Low Medium High

Slightly harmful Harmful Very harmful
People at risk: Site personnel Client personnel General public Other
Supplier / Phone no: Shell Trading International Limited Tel: 02075 462364
Emergency Tel: 0151 350 4595
Composition:
Fuels, diesel 50-100%
Distillates (Fischer- Tropsch) C8-26 - Branched and Linear 0.00 – 25%
Kerosene (Fischer Tropsch), Full range, C8-C16 branched and linear alkanes 0.00 – 25%
Kerosine (petroleum), hydrodesulphurised <30%
Kerosine <30%
Distillates (Fischer -Tropsch), heavy, C18- 50 – branched, cyclic and linear 0.00 – 20%
Distillates (petroleum),heavy hydrocracked 0.00 – 10%

Irritant Carcinogenic Flammable Harmful to the environment

Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL):
Fuels, diesel TWA 100mg/m³ 8 Hours
Kerosine (petroleum), hydrodesulphurised TWA 200mg/m³ 8 Hours
Kerosine TWA 200mg/m³ 8 Hours
Cumene TWA 50ppm 8 Hours

Method of working: Used to power plant and equipment.

Location of use: External Internal Confined space Other

Persons at risk: Site personnel General public Client personnel Other

Route of exposure: Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eyes Other

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Risk/Safety phrases:
R10 Flammable.
R20 Harmful by inhalation.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R40 Limited evidence of carcinogenic effect.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
H373 May cause damage to organs or organ systems through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H401 Toxic to aquatic life.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Control Measures:
Minimise the quantity of the substance being Used or stored
Ensure substance is stored in a dry well-ventilated area
Ensure task rotation is established to minimize exposure to the substance
Ensure good Hygiene practices are adopted
Operatives with existing sensitisation or skin conditions are not to utilise the substance
No eating smoking or drinking is allowed whilst using the substance
Issue and wear suitable personal protective equipment when using the materials
Ensure eye wash stations with pure water are readily available.
Store away from sources of ignition
Store away from water courses and drainage systems
Store upright in original manufacturers container on suitable bunding.

Personal protective equipment to current BS or EN standard

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Chemical Splash Goggles RPE (If engineering controls do not
maintain airborne concentrations to a
level which is adequate to protect worker health Neoprene, PVC Gloves Safety footwear
Fire precautions:
Extinguishing media: Foam, water spray or fog. Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, sand or earth may be used for small fires only.
Do not use direct water jets on the burning product as they could cause a steam explosion and spread of the fire. Simultaneous use of foam and water
on
the same surface is to be avoided as water destroys the foam
Environmental protection
Waste disposal : EU Waste Disposal Code (EWC): 13 07 01 fuel oil and diesel. To be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
Spillage : Absorb spillages onto sand, earth, or any suitable absorbent material. Collect up containers for disposal.
Storage : Drums should be stacked to a maximum of 3 high. Use properly labelled and closeable containers. Tank storage: Tanks must be specifically designed for
use
with this product. Bulk storage tanks should be diked (bunded). Locate tanks away from heat and other sources of ignition. Must be stored in a diked
(bunded)
well-ventilated area, away from sunlight, ignition sources and other sources of heat. Vapours from tanks should not be released to atmosphere.
Transport : Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
First aid:
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If rapid recovery does not occur, transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Ingestion : If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: transport to nearest medical facility for additional treatment. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to
prevent aspiration. If any of the following delayed signs and symptoms appear within the next 6 hours, transport to the nearest medical facility: fever greater
than
101° F (38.3°C), shortness of breath, chest congestion or continued coughing or wheezing. Give nothing by mouth
Eyes : Flush eye with copious quantities of water. If persistent irritation occurs, obtain medical attention
Skin : Remove contaminated clothing. Immediately flush skin with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, and follow by washing with soap and water if
available. If redness, swelling, pain and/or blisters occur, transport to the nearest medical facility for additional treatment. When using high pressure
equipment,
injection of product under the skin can occur. If high pressure injuries occur, the casualty should be sent immediately to a hospital. Do not wait for symptoms to
develop.

Health surveillance: Yes No Permit to work or Method Statement required: Yes Level of risk remaining: High Moderate Low
No
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NOTE: A COPY OF THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MUST BE ATTACHED TO THIS ASSESSMENT
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