UK COSHH Assessment Checklist
Comprehensive UK COSHH assessment checklist for compliance with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Frequency: Annual/When substances change
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: COSHH Assessor/Health & Safety Manager
- Total Items: 22
- Compliance: COSHH 2002, HSE L5, CLP Regulation
Substance Information
Hazard identification
- Safety Data Sheet available?
- All hazards identified from SDS?
- Workplace Exposure Limits checked?
Exposure Assessment
Who is exposed and how
- Exposed workers identified?
- Exposure routes identified?
- Exposure frequency assessed?
Control Measures
Hierarchy of controls
- Elimination considered?
- Substitution considered?
- Engineering controls in place?
- PPE requirements identified?
Health Surveillance
Monitoring requirements
- Health surveillance required?
- Surveillance arrangements made?
Machine Guarding & Safety
OSHA 1910 Subpart O machine safety
- Machine guards in place and functional?
- Emergency stop buttons tested?
- Safety light curtains operational?
- Safety interlocks functional?
Chemical & Hazardous Materials
HazCom and chemical safety per OSHA 1910.1200
- SDS sheets available for all chemicals?
- All chemical containers properly labeled?
- Secondary containment in place?
Ergonomics & Workplace Design
Ergonomic risk assessment
- Workstation heights appropriate?
- Lifting aids available where needed?
- Anti-fatigue mats at standing stations?
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Why Use This UK COSHH Assessment Checklist?
This uk coshh assessment checklist helps manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for coshh assessor/health & safety manager professionals, this checklist covers 22 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: annual/when substances change.
Ensures compliance with COSHH 2002, HSE L5, CLP Regulation. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the UK COSHH Assessment Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 22 inspection items across 7 sections: Substance Information, Exposure Assessment, Control Measures, Health Surveillance, Machine Guarding & Safety, Chemical & Hazardous Materials, Ergonomics & Workplace Design. It is designed for manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual/when substances change. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this UK COSHH Assessment Checklist?
This checklist is designed for COSHH Assessor/Health & Safety Manager professionals in the manufacturing 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.