A variety of harmful substances are found in our working environments – knowing how to control these safely is key to safety and protection from harm.
If you work with hazardous substances, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) website can help you understand the actions you should take to stay healthy.
Download their publication Working with substances hazardous to health: A brief guide to COSHH, which explains how to control exposure and comply with the Regulations.
The HSE’s COSHH Safe Handling Chemicals poster also provides crucial guidance on how to handle chemicals safely in your workplace, including Do’s and Don’ts and a useful hazardous signs check.
For further advice on working safely with harmful substances, please contact our Health and Safety team on 01981 590514.
