Department of Psychology COSHH risk assessment form
Before any experimental procedure involving the use of chemicals or reagents is undertaken, potential hazards must be identified and an assessment made of the risks
posed by these hazards in the work activity in which they are involved. This risk assessment is a legal requirement to comply with the control of substances hazardous to
health (CoSHH) act and is the responsibility of the research workers supervising the research projects. Before undertaking experimental procedures, all staff must read
and sign the relevant assessments. No orders will be placed without the appropriate CoSHH form. (There is a list of current CoSHH forms kept in the virtual office please
refer to this first instance to avoid duplication of form).
Title of procedure:
Labs involved:
Brief description of the experiment/procedure:
CoSHH Assessment No:
Carries no risk & can be performed ooh’s
Carries risk and cannot be performed ooh’s
(please select)
Chemical/Reagent
Hazard
Vol/Quantity Emergency action
Risk Level
Precautions
Disposal
Eg atropine
Very toxic
23.3ng/ml
Low
GLP
Wash with plenty of water
Wash spill with plenty of water
Department of Psychology COSHH risk assessment form
Good laboratory practice is to be used at all times.
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Use common sense.
Don’t eat, drink or apply cosmetics in the laboratory.
Wash your hands in the designated sinks before leaving the lab.
Check the risk assessment and CoSHH forms prior to starting work and take the appropriate precautions.
Wear the appropriate PPE. (Lab coats as minimum)
Keep your work area clean and tidy.
Dispose of materials correctly.
Ensure electrical devices are PAT tested.
Use appropriate care when using sharps.
Use appropriate care when using substances with extreme temperatures.(liquid nitrogen, hot liquids)
Use fume hoods if necessary.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES- FIRST AID
Eyes:
Lungs:
Skin:
Mouth:
Fire:
Any special precautions to be taken:
Assessor name:
Date:
Approver:
Date:
Department of Psychology COSHH risk assessment form
Users:
Department of Psychology COSHH risk assessment form
Department of Psychology COSHH risk assessment form
Good laboratory practice is to be used at all times.
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Use common sense.
Don’t eat, drink or apply cosmetics in the laboratory.
Wash your hands in the designated sinks before leaving the lab.
Check the risk assessment and CoSHH forms prior to starting work and take the appropriate precautions.
Wear the appropriate PPE. (Lab coats as minimum)
Keep your work area clean and tidy.
Dispose of materials correctly.
Ensure electrical devices are PAT tested.
Use appropriate care when using sharps.
Use appropriate care when using substances with extreme temperatures.(liquid nitrogen, hot liquids)
Use fume hoods if necessary.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES- FIRST AID
Eyes:
Lungs:
Skin:
Mouth:
Assessors signature………………………………….
Approvers signature…………………………………..
Department of Psychology COSHH risk assessment form