Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
Site Name:
ENTER SCHOOL NAME
Assessment No:
Product Name:
Johnson Diversey – Carefree
Emulsion
Product code:
683680
Supplier:
Kent County Supplies
Description:
Floor Polish
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
Ensure the area is well ventilated before commencing the work.
Strip off old polish using a stripper or high-speed stripper depending on the type of
floor. Wet vacuum. Rinse the floor thoroughly with clean water to remove all traces of
the stripper. Allow to dry thoroughly (wooden floors overnight). Apply a thin even coat
of polish using either a clean mop or a polish applicator. Allow to dry thoroughly (2030mins dependent on air temperature) before applying second/subsequent coats.
Burnish the floor after 2-3days to harden and consolidate the polish.
Persons at Risk
Caretakers and cleaners
Action In Case Of Emergency (Spillage, uncontrolled release, fire)
Spillages: Hose away with plenty of water diluting at least 5% (50g/litre) unless this
would contaminate a water course or vegetation. In this case either collect, dilute as
earlier and pour down wastewater drain (foul 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. Fire
fighters should wear self contained breathing apparatus.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS: 0800 052 0185
General Precautions & Personal Protection
(e.g. warning signs, ventilation, personal hygiene / cleanliness, protective clothing)
Protective gloves should be worn when handling chemicals.
HSU/CFE/TC
October 2007
Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
Ecological Information
No ingredient present at a level requiring disclosure under the Commission
Recommendation for Labelling of Detergents and Cleaning Products. (89/542/EEC).
Emergency First Aid Treatment (Eyes, skin, swallowed, inhaled)
Eyes: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, holding the eyelids open and seek medical
advice if effects persist.
Skin: Wash thoroughly
Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure.
Ingestion: Remove product from mouth, give the casualty a small quantity of water to
drink and seek medical advice. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITTING.
Handling, Storage, Disposal & Transport Information
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
DO NOT MIX with any other chemicals.
Store upright in original closed containers in a secure cool place. Protect from frost.
Dispose of containers by rinsing out the containers at least twice and recycle if the
facilities exist or dispose of as commercial waste. For larger quantities dispose of safely
as commercial waste.
Health Surveillance / Exposure Monitoring
Not normally required for cleaning chemicals, if controls (as listed on this sheet) are in place.
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:
Next Review Date:
(Name & Job Title)
Review Record
Date
HSU/CFE/TC
Reviewed By
October 2007
Result / Action Taken
Kent County Council COSHH Risk Assessment
HSU/CFE/TC
October 2007