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• McDonalds Worker Left Partially Blind Following Acid Eye Injury
  McDonalds fast food restaurant have been fined as a result of a CoSHH breach. A worker was left partially sighted following a chemical splash back.
  Published 26Jan2011, viewed 181 times

• Pharmaceutical Company fined for CoSHH breach
  A pharmaceutical company has been prosecuted after a number of employees developed allergic contact dermatitis after working with Olanzapine. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) fined Catalent Pharma Solutions more than £100,00 for the CoSHH breach.
  Published 22Jan2011, viewed 181 times

• Do the CoSHH Regulations Apply To Me?
  CoSHH Regulations apply to any type of business where hazardous substances are used or produced. This may include a simple bottle of bleach used for cleaning the toilets. This article is a step by step guide to CoSHH in the workplace.
  Published 15Dec2010, viewed 173 times

• The CoSHH Solution!
  What is the desired method for producing CoSHH risk assessments? The online software solution provides many advantages to producing a fully compliant assessment.
  Published 08Dec2010, viewed 203 times

• CoSHH and the Use of Cytotoxic Drugs
  Regardless of the business you work in, it is always necessary to observe CoSHH law if you are dealing with substances that are hazardous to health. This article in particular looks at cytotoxic drugs and their use within the cancer patient setting.
  Published 01Dec2010, viewed 170 times

• Who Is Responsible for Carrying out a CoSHH Risk Assessment?
  This article examines who is responsible for carrying out a CoSHH risk assessment within the workplace.
  Published 24Nov2010, viewed 157 times

• CoSHH and the Emergency Services
  This article looks at the importance of following CoSHH legislation within the emergency services.
  Published 11Nov2010, viewed 273 times

• Do I Need a Consultant to Complete My CoSHH Risk Assessment?
  What are the stipulations of a CoSHH risk assessor? This article asks if the assessor need be a consultant to carry out the risk assessment.
  Published 02Nov2010, viewed 171 times

• CoSHH and Veterinary Medicines
  It is important to consider CoSHH legislation when using veterinary medicines. This article examines the steps to take in order to be CoSHH compliant while working with potential hazardous substances.
  Published 26Oct2010, viewed 286 times

• The 5 Steps to Completing a Compliant CoSHH Risk Assessment
  Follow the 5 step guidelines to make your CoSHH risk assessment fully compliant.
  Published 06Oct2010, viewed 393 times

• CoSHH Regulations and Blood-borne Viruses
  This article examines how BBVs are affected by CoSHH law in the workplace.
  Published 16Sep2010, viewed 239 times

• CoSHH in Schools and Colleges
  This article examines the use of CoSHH regulations in the education sector.
  Published 20Sep2010, viewed 229 times

• CoSHH - Which Route to Follow? Paperwork or Software?
  How do you keep your CoSHH data in order? Which is your preferred method - paperwork or software? This article examines and compares both systems and looks at the advantages of having all your CoSHH information available to use on your computer.
  Published 30Aug2010, viewed 171 times

• CoSHH - Dermatitis in the Dental Industry
  This article highlights the health risks that the dental industry are exposed to. It focuses on the large number of dermatitis outbreaks and the conditions which cause it.
  Published 27Aug2010, viewed 161 times

• Is My Business CoSHH Compliant?
  Are you an employer? Are you ensuring that your workers are protected under CoSHH Regulations? It is vital as an employer that you are CoSHH compliant and that you are protecting your employees from substances that are hazardous to health.
  Published 17Aug2010, viewed 168 times

• CoSHH Conviction for NHS Trust following Fatality
  The article highlights the importance of keeping up to speed with CoSHH legislation. It gives the example of a hospital in Bath, which was fined for not following CoSHH legislation and which resulted in the death of a patient.
  Published 11Aug2010, viewed 254 times

• What is CoSHH and Who Must Comply?
  What is CoSHH? This article gives an in depth explanation of what CoSHH is and who it concerns.
  Published 05Aug2010, viewed 187 times

• CoSHH and the Construction Industry - Silica
  A common health hazard associated with the construction industry is respirable crystalline silica. This disease can lead to serious lung damage. CoSHH guidelines help monitor and control workers exposure to silica dust.
  Published 29Jul2010, viewed 219 times

• CoSHH and Solvents
  The use of solvents is widespread throughout a number of industries including construction and painting and decorating. There are a number of hazards associated with using solvents and as such CoSHH regulations should be enforced in these circumstances.This article examines the relationship between the use of solvents and following CoSHH protocol.
  Published 22Jul2010, viewed 256 times

• Are You Competent Enough to Carry Out a CoSHH Risk Assessment?
  The HSE require that a person undertaking a CoSHH risk assessment should be 'competent'. But what exactly does being 'competent' entail? This article helps to breakdown the meaning and examines the skills and requirements involved when being asked to do a CoSHH risk assessment.
  Published 15Jul2010, viewed 229 times

• CoSHH and the Agricultural Industry
  This article examines the use of pesticides in conjunction with CoSHH law in the agricultural industry. It gives CoSHH guidance with regard to protecting the health and safety of employees.
  Published 30Jun2010, viewed 179 times

• CoSHH and the Food Industry
  This article examines the relationship the catering industry has with CoSHH legislation.It highlights the dangers and health hazards of the industry and the controls to minimise these.
  Published 23Jun2010, viewed 244 times

• CoSHH and the Baking Industry
  This article examines the health risks associated with working in bakery environment. CoSHH legislation should be enforced so that health hazards are minimised. Occupational asthma and dermatitis are all associated with working in a dusty workplace.
  Published 17Jun2010, viewed 190 times

• A CoSHH Guide to Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)
  A guide to CoSHH legislation and the use of local exhaust ventilation (LEV) equipment in the workplace.
  Published 11Jun2010, viewed 193 times

• CoSHH and the Beauty Industry
  The article follows CoSHH health and safety requirements in a beauty salon, namely when performing acrylic nail procedures.
  Published 06Jun2010, viewed 274 times

• CoSHH Information, Instruction and Training for Employees
  This article examines the need for adequate information, instruction and training of employees in the field of CoSHH.
  Published 27May2010, viewed 170 times

• CoSHH Risk Assessments- A Checklist when using Chemical Substances
  A checklist for employees to examine and see whether they are undertaking appropriate CoSHH risk assessments.
  Published 19May2010, viewed 201 times

• CoSHH, Hairdressing and Dermatitis - What you as an Employer Need to Know
  This is a case study which looks at an employee's experience of suffering from the skin condition dermatitis during her time at work in a hairdressing salon.
  Published 12May2010, viewed 218 times

• A Task Based CoSHH Risk Assessment- Woodworking
  This CoSHH based article highlights some of the dangers of working with hazardous substances in the woodworking business.
  Published 06May2010, viewed 397 times

• A Task Based CoSHH Risk Assessment - Cleaning Company
  It is important to recognise when undertaking your CoSHH risk assessments, that these assessments are task based. Each individual task involved which could cause harm to an employee needs CoSHH risk assessing.
  Published 29Apr2010, viewed 454 times

• What is a CoSHH Risk Assessment?
  This article examines the legal responsibility that employers have to carry out a CoSHH risk assessment when they have hazardous substances present in the workplace.
  Published 23Apr2010, viewed 282 times

• CoSHH - Plans and Procedures in Case of Emergency
  An account detailing emergency procedures according to CoSHH regulations. Every workplace should have some sort of procedure in place which will cover employees should an accident or incident occur involving the use of hazardous substances.
  Published 14Apr2010, viewed 369 times

• CoSHH - Rules for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the Workplace - Eye and Face Protection
  In order to comply with CoSHH legislation in the workplace, employers have a duty to provide their employees with the correct PPE. This article examines the use of eye and face protection at work.It looks at the various types of protection and why they are used and the maintenance of it.
  Published 07Apr2010, viewed 219 times

• How to Determine If and When your CoSHH Risk Assessment needs to be Reviewed
  As an Employer it is vital to keep on top of your CoSHH risk assessments and this includes reviewing and amending on a regular basis. This article guides you through the review process to ensure that your workplace stays within CoSHH regulations.
  Published 31Mar2010, viewed 355 times

• CoSHH - Understanding Which Hazardous Substances are Present in your Workplace.
  The article examines what types of hazardous chemicals are present in the workplace and how these relate to CoSHH.
  Published 26Mar2010, viewed 313 times

• Who Will Carry Out Your CoSHH Risk Assessment?
  The Article asks the question of employers 'Who is Carrying Out Your CoSHH Risk Assessment'? It gives advice to employers of both small and larger businesses in determining who should be involved in the risk assessment process.
  Published 19Mar2010, viewed 307 times

• CoSHH Guidelines - Using Cleaning Products Safely
  This article analyses the importance of handling cleaning products in a respectful manner, so as not to cause injury or harm to oneself or those around us. It specifically looks at cleaning products which contain chemicals which can be hazardous to health.
  Published 27Mar2010, viewed 599 times

• CoSHH Assessment - The Fundamental Framework
  The article is looking at an essential CoSHH assessment structure to be followed by employers who have hazardous substances in their workplace.This is so as to protect the health of their employees. It is a tool which can be looked at as a means of guidance through the assessment process.
  Published 20Mar2010, viewed 415 times

• Substances Hazardous to Health
  The Article is an overview of The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health(CoSHH) Regulations. It examines how substances and preparations used in the workplace, can cause possible harm to employees if they are exposed to them.
  Published 17Mar2010, viewed 372 times

• CoSHH - Specific Rules for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the Workplace - Head Protection
  This Article looks at Personal Protective Equipment in the workplace, focussing on head protection. It explains the variety of types of head wear and gives examples of hazards or situations where head protection may be required.
  Published 10Mar2010, viewed 506 times

• Respiratory Sensitisers and CoSHH
  This article tells you about the symptoms and effects of occupational asthma and an employer's legal duty to protect employees from respiratory sensitisers.
  Published 03Mar2010, viewed 392 times

• CoSHH - How to Control Substances Which Cause Occupational Asthma
  The Article examines how substances which can cause occupational asthma should be controlled. CoSHH regulations need to be followed by employers. A CoSHH assessment should be undertaken to establish the hazards associated with occupational asthma.
  Published 08Feb2010, viewed 460 times

• CoSHH Assessment - Limiting Exposure using Control Methods
  The article focuses on limiting exposure to dangerous substances using control methods. It lists the hierarchy of control measures to be adhered to. It also looks at control equipment and the maintainance of control methods.
  Published 01Feb2010, viewed 297 times

• HSE CoSHH Advice for Small Businesses
  This article focuses on an article written by the HSE called 'Working with Substances Hazardous to Health'. It is beneficial to small businesses as it helps them meet their duties under CoSHH Regulations. The article
  Published 17Jan2010, viewed 288 times

• Eco Friendly Products May Need CoSHH Assessment
  This article highlights the importance of doing CoSHH Assessments on all cleaning products. This means doing assessments on cleaning products which claim to be eco friendly or organic, as they also carry risks and can be hazardous to an employee's health. The article highlights some products that are being used as environmentally friendly but are still considered to carry health risks.
  Published 13Jan2010, viewed 341 times

• COSHH - Storing Chemical Products
  Do you ever wonder how chemicals should be stored safely? This article hilights the importance of storing chemicals in the workplace, in a safe and organised manner in accordance with COSHH regulations. It helps you understand how to protect your workers health and limit exposure to chemicals.
  Published 18Dec2009, viewed 914 times

• How To Carry Out CoSHH Assessment
  This is a step by step guide on how to carry out CoSHH risk assessment. It is a simple approach to CoSHH risk assessment, with advice on who is responsible for CoSHH assessments, How to identify hazardous substances and what a CoSHH assessment involves looking at.
  Published 09Dec2009, viewed 391 times

• A Briefer History of CoSHH
  Do you really use hazardous substances and how does the CoSHH regulations apply to you and your business? This briefer history of CoSHH is the no holds barred, in your face, honest advice of what you should be doing to protect your business and your workers'. Let's face it, we all need a good reason to do something sometimes and where CoSHH assessment is concern, this is it.
  Published 03Dec2009, viewed 289 times

• Implementing CoSHH Management - A Director's Diary (Part 4 of 4)
  The concluding article of a directors diary on CoSHH Management. An health and safety inspectors audit and their findings....
  Published 09Nov2009, viewed 304 times

• Exposure to chemicals, which is more important, inhalation or skin?
  In the early days of occupational health, safety and hygiene it was assumed that inhalation exposure was the most significant route for many toxic chemicals to gain access to the body's internal organs and systems. New evidence supports a change in this assumption that is cause for concern to any responsibly minded health and safety professional.
  Published 28Oct2009, viewed 444 times

• CoSHH Assessment Diary - Week 3 of 4 - Producing HSE Compliant CoSHH Assessments
  Week 3 of a 4 week Director's diary that leads the reader towards straight forward HSE CoSHH compliance for CoSHH risk assessment. This week Dale's CoSHH diary looks at how he conducted compliant CoSHH risk assessment using a common sense approach.
  Published 29Sep2009, viewed 417 times

• CoSHH Assessment Diary - Week 2 of 4 - Dealing With a Fresh List of Chemicals
  Week 2 of a 4 week Director's diary that leads the reader towards straight forward HSE CoSHH compliance for CoSHH risk assessment. This week Dale's CoSHH diary looks at the findings from his inventory of chemicals and how he more than halved his workload by reducing the number of chemicals in the workplace. Less is most definately more!
  Published 19Sep2009, viewed 341 times

• Complying With HSE CoSHH Regulations for CoSHH Assessment - A Director's Diary Week 1 of 4
  Running a business, being a Director and complying with the CoSHH regulations can be a difficult and costly process. Dale guides you through his experiences of complying with CoSHH in this diary of events with practical and straight forward thinking. If you are setting out on the road of CoSHH and need a steer in the right direction, follow Dale's four part CoSHH diary.
  Published 11Sep2009, viewed 421 times

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