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.

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