Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
Site Name:
ENTER SCHOOL NAME
Assessment No:
Product Name:
Extraction Pro
Product Code:
S775
Supplier:
Prochem Europe
Description:
Low foam detergent for
carpet cleaning.
Dept / Section:
Location(s) Used:
Hazard Classification (Tick as appropriate)
Irritant
Toxic
Corrosive
Very Toxic
Harmful
Non-Hazardous
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Method of Use
Remove all furniture and thoroughly vacuum carpet.
Portable machines: Dilute 10ml of Extraction Pro per litre of hot water (1:100) in the
machine solution tank.
Truck-mount units: Dilute 1 litre of Extraction Pro in 4 litres of water (1:4) to make
metering concentrate. Set flow meter at 2 to 4 GPH (1:100).
Always pre-test carpet for colour fastness with diluted solution before proceeding.
Spray Multi Pro stain remover on all heavy soiled areas, according to label
directions.
Shampoo carpet.
Wool carpets and those with unstable dyes should be tested and extraction rinsed
with fibre and fabric rinse according to label directions.
Persons at Risk
Caretakers and cleaners.
Action In Case Of Emergency (Spillage, uncontrolled release, fire)
Spillages: Large spills should be treated with dry absorbent and disposed at legal
waste disposal site. Small spills can be flushed with water to sewage drain linked to
waste treatment facility.
Fire: Product is not flammable. Use water, carbon dioxide, dry powder extinguisher, or
other media appropriate for materials actually involved in fire. No explosion hazard.
Exposure to fire may liberate carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, water and other
unidentified thermal decomposition products from this product or its packaging.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS: 020 8974 1515
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General Precautions & Personal Protection
(e.g. warning signs, ventilation, personal hygiene / cleanliness, protective clothing)
Eye Protection: Side shield safety glasses or goggles are recommended when handling
concentrate.
Protection Clothing: Standard work clothing
Hand Protection: Protective gloves required. Nitrile gloves should be suitable for this
product. Gloves should be inspected for wear before use and replaced regularly in
accordance with the manufacturers specifications.
Respiratory protection: Not required.
Ventilation: Normal air circulation.
Hygiene: Wash hands and clothing after use or spill. Do not eat or drink when handling
chemicals.
Ecological Information
The surfactants contained in this preparation are biodegradable.
Emergency First Aid Treatment (Eyes, skin, swallowed, inhaled)
Eyes: Flush immediately with water for 10 minutes, and then seek medical attention if
irritation persists.
Skin: Flush skin with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if any skin irritation
persists.
Inhalation: None required.
Ingestion: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. If injured party is conscious, give two glasses of water. Seek medical
attention.
Handling, Storage, Disposal & Transport Information
Handling: Wear nitrile butyl rubber gloves and safety glasses when handling
concentrate.
Storage: Avoid extremes of temperature. Keep out of reach of children. Keep in original
container
Disposal: Waste cleaning effluent should be discharged to sewage drain, which is
linked to a local sewage and waste treatment facility. Empty containers should be
rinsed with water then crushed and disposed of at legal waste disposal site.
Assessment of Risk
Low
HSU/CFE/TC
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Medium
October 2007
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Notes / Further Action
NEVER USE CHEMICALS THAT YOU ARE NOT TRAINED OR AUTHORISED TO USE.
Assessment By
Date:
Next Review Date:
(Name & Job Title)
Review Record
Date
HSU/CFE/TC
Reviewed By
October 2007
Result / Action Taken