Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
Guidance
COSHH basics[1]
Types of harmful substances and how to prevent or reduce workers’ exposure to them
How to carry out a COSHH risk assessment[2]
Identify, assess and control the risks from hazardous substances in your workplace
COSHH essentials[3]
Control guidance sheets on hazardous processes and tasks in your industry
Chemical safety data sheets[4]
Sheets with information on chemical products to help you assess the risks
Workplace exposure limits [5]
Occupational exposure limits approved by HSE that help protect workers’ health
COSHH and your industry [6]
Find out how COSHH affects you in your industry
Infections at work[7]
Ill health from exposure to micro-organisms like bacteria and viruses during work activity
Resources[8]
Links to publications, case studies, advice sheets and example risk assessments
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