COSHH Risk Assessment No: EX 1
Establishment/Section:
Service
Name the substance involved
(A copy of a current safety data sheet for
this substance should be attached to this
assessment)
DOMESTOS BLEACH
Johnson Diversey UK
Manufacturer
Describe the activity or work process.
Cleaning toilets using Bleach
(Include how long and how often this is
carried out and the quantity of substance
used)
10 minutes exposure to substance (approx 1ltr)
Location of process being carried
out?
Boys and Girls toilets
Identify the persons at risk:
Employees
Contractors
X
(including trainees)
Public
(including Pupils)
X
Classification (state the category of danger)
Irritant
Extremely
Flammable
Toxic
Sensitising
Highly
Flammable
Corrosive
Biological
Flammable
Harmful
Oxidising
Environmental
Very Toxic
X
Hazard Type
X
X
Gas
Vapour
Route of Exposure
X
Mist
Fume
Dust
Liquid
Solid
Other (State)
X
Contact
Inhalation
Ingestion
Absorption
Other
(State)
Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) please indicate n/a where not applicable
Long-term exposure level (8hrTWA):
Short-term exposure level (15 mins):
Sodium Hydroxide
2 mg.m3
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State the Risks to Health from Identified Hazards
Health hazards:
Irritating to the skin and eyes.
Contact with acids liberates toxic gas (chlorine).
Control Measures: (for example extraction, ventilation, training, supervision). Include special measures for vulnerable groups,
such as disabled people and pregnant workers. Take account of those substances that are produced from activities undertaken by
another employer’s employees.
Respiratory protection: Personal protection is not normally required unless a risk assessment indicates the need for it.
Hand protection: Use gloves resistant to Sodium Hypochlorite.
Eye protection: Personal protection is not normally required unless a risk assessment indicates
the need for it.
Skin protection: Not required under normal circumstances. If major exposure is possible, wear suitable protective clothing.
Hygiene Measures: When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash promptly if skin becomes wet or contaminated.
Information should be confirmed by workplace assessment.
Is health surveillance or monitoring required?
Yes
No
X
Personal Protective Equipment (state type and standard)
Dust mask
Visor
Respirator
Goggles
Appropriate coveralls to protect against splash
X
Gloves suitable to protect against Sodium
Hydroxide
X
Gloves
Overalls
Footwear
Other
First Aid Measures
Eyes: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, holding the eyelids open and seek medical advice if effects persist.
Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Ingestion: Remove product from mouth, give the casualty a small quantity of water to drink and seek medical advice. Do not induce
vomiting.
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Storage
Storage conditions: Store upright in cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight, ensuring that the cap is securely closed.
Keep out of reach of children. Secure in locked cupboard.
Disposal of Substances & Contaminated Containers
Hazardous Waste
Skip
Return to Depot
Return to Supplier
Other
X
Methods of disposal: This product does not contain any prescribed substance under the Environmental Protection Act (Prescribed
Processes and Substances) Regulations 1991 but is classified as special waste under the Control of Substances (Special Waste)
Regulations 1996.
Small quantities: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. Dilute with water to at least 5% w/v (50 g/litre) and pour down a
wastewater drain (foul sewer).
Large quantities: contact a licensed waste management company. Dispose of according to local authority regulations.
Disposal of packaging: Rinse out containers at least twice and recycle if facilities exist or dispose of as commercial waste.
European waste catalogue 20 01 29 Detergents containing dangerous substances
Is exposure adequately controlled?
Yes
X
No
Risk Rating Following Control Measures
High
Assessed by:
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Medium
Date:
Low
X
Review Date: