C.O.S.H.HStage 2Promoting the Safe

Use of Chemicals in Cleaning

C.O.S.H.H Awareness Training

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Power Hygiene

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Aim of COSHH?To protect people against risks to their health, whether immediate or delayed, from substances hazardous to health arising from a work activity.COSHH is a legal objective and requirement.It is there to enforce and raise safety standards in the workplace.It is there to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents involving chemicals andother hazardous substances.

COSHH is based on identifying the hazard of a substance and then determining the risk…

What is C.O.S.H.H?

SummaryA 46-year-old school cook developed breathing problems after working with flour in the school kitchen. The room was small with poor ventilation. Her breathing problems became so severe that she could hardly walk. She had to sleep sitting up.Her daily job included dough making in a large mixer. There were no controls for the flour dust. HSE investigationThe cook contacted her union, which supported her with a compensation claim on the basis that decent working conditions were not provided. The council admitted that it had not taken sufficient action over the problem despite repeated complaints. HSE was not involved. EffectsThe cook became severely asthmatic. She had to retire early on health grounds, and the courts eventually awarded her £200,000 in damages.But the money will not bring back her health. While she was able to move out of town, she rarely leaves the house. She faces a very restricted lifestyle. Details From Health & Safety Executive

Case StudiesSchool cook can hardly Walk

What’s Wrong Here

What information must you have before using a hazardous substance?

a) Name of the chemical supplier

b) PPE to be worn

c) Date the substance was made

d) All of the above

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Answer is

b) PPE to be worn

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How can chemicals cause harm? (Choose TWO answers)

a) Ingestion

b) Dilution

c) Inhalation

d) Explosion

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Answer Is

a) Ingestion

c) Inhalation

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PPE should always be the first control measure when choosing chemicals.

a) True

b) False

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Answer Is

b) False

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What should you do if your PPE is damaged? (choose TWO answers)

a) Use it anyway

b) Tell your Manager

c) Buy your own

d) Do not use until it has been replaced

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Answer Is

b) Tell your Manager

d) Do not use until it has been replaced

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Which of these are types of hazardous classifications used on chemicals? (Choose THREE answers)

a) Irritant

b) Toxic

c) Corrosive

d) Viagra

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Answer Is

a) Irritant

b) Toxic

c) Corrosive

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Which of the following are commonly used PPE?

a) Snorkel, paper apron and rubber gloves

b) Rubber gloves, goggles and rubber apron

c) Dust mask, paper apron and flip flops

d) Paper gloves, goggles and rubber apron

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Answer Is

b) Rubber gloves, goggles and rubber apron

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It is only ok to mix chemicals if it says so on the label?

a) True

b) False

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Answer Is

a) True

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Where should chemicals be stored?

a) In the pub

b) In electrical cupboards

c) In a locked cupboard

d) In the fridge

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Answers is

c) In a locked cupboard

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What should you do if there is a chemical spillage? (Choose TWO answers)

a) Cordon off the area until the cleaners arrive

b) Clear the spillage immediately using the correct PPE

c) Ensure the floor is left clean and dry

d) Cover the area with salt

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Answer Is

b) Clear the spillage immediately using the correct PPE

c) Ensure the floor is left clean and dry

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We need a strong product to properly and effectively clean the oven, so we cannot mitigate or reduce the hazard of the task. However, we can manage the risk better, By ensuring we wear gloves to protect our skin and goggles to protect the eyes we reduce the risk of suffering harm.

If not…..This may happen

COSHH is all about identifying the hazards and managing the risks…

Hazards and Risks?

Everyone!

COSHH is everyone’s responsibility. We are all responsible for complying with COSHH. Which falls under the scope of the Health and Safety at Work act.

Ignorance of the law is no defence and should your actions (or inaction) cause an accident you could be charged with anything from negligence to manslaughter.

Therefore, it is important that you fully understand your responsibility – not only to ensure your safety and your colleagues safety, but also to avoid falling foul of the law.

This may all sound rather alarming. Thankfully, it is really very, very simple to stay legal and stay safe…

C.O.S.H.H – Who is Responsible?

Question

What is the difference between a Sanitise and Disinfectant?

What is the difference between a Bleach and Descaler?

If you have to dilute a product into a 5 Litre Bucket and the rate was 1:40, how much product would you need?

Using The Right Products!

Correct Dosing & Dilution

Dosing

Hazard Symbols

Irritant

Hazard Symbols

Corrosive

Hazard Symbols

Toxic

Hazard Symbols

Highly Flammable

Hazard Symbols

Explosive

Explosive

Oxidising

Dangerous for the Environment

EyesRinse immediately with plenty of water, holding the eyelids open and seek medicaladvice immediately if corrosive, irritant or caustic products, for all otherclassifications seek medical advice if effects persist.

InhalationRemove from source of vapour or spray mist and seek medical advice.

SkinWash thoroughly, (for corrosive, irritant or caustic products seek medical advice)

IngestionRemove product from mouth, Never induce vomiting, if conscious give plenty of water or milk to drink and seek medical advice..

First Aid“accidents can happen –take the correct actions immediately.”

ALWAYS treat all chemicals with respect - familiarity can breed complacency.

AVOID personal contact with chemicals. Protect the skin and eyes. Avoid swallowing / inhaling.

ALWAYS wear protective equipment. Use eye protection, gloves, protective workwear, etc.

ALWAYS obey instructions supplied with the chemicals - Refer to labels & safety literature.

ALWAYS replace closures on containers.

ALWAYS store chemicals correctly.

ALWAYS ensure that safe systems of work are implemented whenever chemicals are handled.

ALWAYS know the emergency first aid procedures.

Pay attention to the particular hazards of individual chemicals. eg corrosives.

The Golden Rules of ChemicalSafety

mix chemicals unless specialised knowledge is available.

Leave chemicals in unmarked containers

Put chemicals into other incorrect containers

Leave chemicals unattended

Deviate from manufacturer’s instructions

Use chemicals you are not trained to use

Use any chemicals other than those approved

Store chemicals other than those approved

Issue chemicals to unauthorised persons

Indulge in horseplay.

Smoke, eat or drink near chemicals: use only designated areas.

C.O.S.H.HDO NOTs

C.O.S.H.HPromoting the Safe

Use of Chemicals in Cleaning

C.O.S.H.H Awareness Training

By

Power Hygiene