Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations SI 2002/2677
Also known as COSHH Regulations
The main aim of the Regulations is to control the exposure of people to hazardous substances. They do this by imposing duties on employers to carry out risk assessments, prevent or control exposure to hazardous substances and monitor the exposure of employees. They are commonly referred to as COSHH.
Certain hazardous substances are prohibited.
Employers must carry out risk assessments before work with hazardous substances is commenced. Employers who employ 5 or more people must record the significant findings of the risk assessment.
Employers must prevent exposure to hazardous substances by replacing them with a less...