Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
Site Name:
Assessment No:
Product Name:
Johnson Diversey – Carefree
Speed Stripper
Product Code:
683755
Supplier:
Kent County Supplies
Description:
Floor Stripper
Dept / Section:
Location(s) Used:
Hazard Classification (Tick as appropriate)
Irritant
Toxic
Corrosive
Very Toxic
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Harmful
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Non-Hazardous
Harmful by inhalation, skin contact and ingestion.
Corrosive – Causes burns.
Method of Use
Ensure area is well ventilated. Wear suitable protective clothing (see general
precautions below).
First add water to a bucket, followed by the chemical at the dilution rate recommended
by the manufacturer. The dilution rate is dependant on the amount of polish build up
on the floor. Covering a small area at a time, using a mop, put the diluted stripper on
the floor. Leave for about 5 minutes and then remove old polish using a black pad
fitted to a floor machine. Wet vacuum. Cover the whole floor this way. Check to make
sure all old polish is removed. If some old polish remains, carry out above procedure
on these areas again. When all polish has been removed, wash the whole floor with
copious amounts of water, to remove the stripper. Wet vacuum again. Allow to dry.
Apply polish.
Persons at Risk
Caretakers and Cleaners
Action In Case Of Emergency (Spillage, uncontrolled release, fire)
Personal Protection: Wear full protective clothing including gloves and eye/face protection.
Spillages: Hose away with plenty of water diluting to at least 1% w/v (10g/litre) unless
this would contaminate a water course or vegetation, in which case either collect,
dilute as earlier and pour down wastewater drain (fowl sewer) or absorb onto dry sand
or similar material and dispose of safely as commercial waste.
Fire: 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. Firefighters should wear self contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective
clothing including gloves and eye/face protection.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS: 0800 052 0185
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Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
General Precautions & Personal Protection
(e.g. warning signs, ventilation, personal hygiene / cleanliness, protective clothing)
Hand: Use gloves resistant to Sodium Metasilicate. Nitrile gloves should be suitable for
this purpose.
Eyes: When handling neat product wear eye/face protection to EN166
Skin: Wear protective overalls or bib resistant to alkalis.
Respiratory: Respiratory protection should normally be achieved through product
containment, extract ventilation or other suitable engineering techniques. For low
levels of exposure use suitable mask for aqueous mists.
Ecological Information
Less than 5%: Anionic surfactants
Less than 5%: E.D.T.A
Less than 5%: Nonionic surfactants
Emergency First Aid Treatment (Eyes, skin, swallowed, inhaled)
Eyes: Rinse immediately with copious amounts of water, holding eyelids open and
obtain immediate medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly before re-use. If irritation
persists or there is any sign of tissue damaged seek medical advice.
Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure. Seek medical advice if effects persist.
Ingestion: Remove product from mouth, give the casualty a small quantity of water to
drink and seek medical advice. DO NOT induce vomiting.
Handling, Storage, Disposal & Transport Information
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
Do not mix with any other chemical.
Store upright in original container in a secure cool place. Protect from frost.
Assessment Of Risk
Low
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Medium
High
Notes / Further Action
NEVER USE CHEMICALS THAT YOU ARE NOT TRAINED OR AUTHORISED TO USE.
Assessment By
Date:
(Name & Job Title)
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October 2007
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Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
Review Record
Date
HSU/CFE/TC
Reviewed By
October 2007
Result / Action Taken