COSHH Risk Assessment - FREE PDF
Conduct COSHH assessments for work activities involving hazardous substances.
- Industry: All Industries (UK)
- Frequency: Initial / When changes occur
- Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
- Role: Safety Manager / Occupational Health
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: UK COSHH 2002, HSE Guidance, EH40
Pre-Inspection Verification
Verify qualifications and conditions before inspection.
- Inspector authorized/qualified?
- Required documentation available?
- Prior issues addressed?
Condition Assessment
Inspect condition and functionality per UK COSHH 2002.
- Physical condition acceptable?
- All components present and functional?
- Labels/markings legible?
- Properly stored/maintained?
Compliance Verification
Verify compliance with UK COSHH 2002, HSE Guidance, EH40.
- Meets applicable standards?
- Certifications/inspections current?
- User training documented?
Findings and Actions
Document findings and required corrective actions.
- Inspection Result
- Deficiencies Found
- Corrective Actions
- Inspector Signature
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
Quality Assessment
Evaluate quality standards and performance metrics
- Quality standards met for all items checked?
- Any deficiencies or non-conformances identified?
- Root cause analysis completed for issues?
- Continuous improvement opportunities identified?
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Why Use This COSHH Risk Assessment?
This coshh risk assessment helps all industries (uk) teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety manager / occupational health professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: initial / when changes occur.
Ensures compliance with UK COSHH 2002, HSE Guidance, EH40. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the COSHH Risk Assessment cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 8 sections: Pre-Inspection Verification, Condition Assessment, Compliance Verification, Findings and Actions, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check, Quality Assessment. It is designed for all industries (uk) operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed initial / when changes occur. Each completion takes approximately 1-2 hours.
Who should use this COSHH Risk Assessment?
This checklist is designed for Safety Manager / Occupational Health professionals in the all industries (uk) industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.