HSE COSHH Assessment Checklist UK - FREE PDF
COSHH assessment checklist per Health and Safety Executive requirements. Identify hazardous substances, assess exposure risks, and implement control measures as required by COSHH Regulations 2002 (as amended).
- Industry: Manufacturing / Laboratory / Healthcare
- Frequency: Annual / When substances change
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Health & Safety Manager / COSHH Assessor
- Total Items: 27
- Compliance: COSHH Regulations 2002, HSE UK, REACH
Substance Identification
Hazardous substance details
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available?
- Hazard classification identified?
- Physical form identified (solid, liquid, gas, dust)?
- Quantity used/stored documented?
- Frequency of use documented?
Exposure Assessment
Who is exposed and how
- Workers who may be exposed identified?
- Routes of exposure identified (inhalation, skin, ingestion)?
- Duration and frequency of exposure assessed?
- Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) identified?
- Exposure monitoring required/conducted?
Control Measures
Hierarchy of controls
- Elimination/substitution considered?
- Engineering controls in place (LEV, enclosure)?
- Administrative controls implemented?
- PPE identified and provided?
- PPE appropriate for hazard?
Health Surveillance
Medical monitoring requirements
- Health surveillance required?
- Surveillance programme established?
- Health records maintained 40 years?
Emergency Procedures
Spill and exposure response
- Spill procedure documented?
- First aid measures documented?
- Emergency equipment available (eyewash, shower)?
- Safe disposal procedures documented?
Information & Training
Worker awareness
- Workers trained on hazards and controls?
- SDS accessible to workers?
- Next review date set?
- Overall Risk Level
- Additional Controls Required
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Why Use This HSE COSHH Assessment Checklist UK?
This hse coshh assessment checklist uk helps manufacturing / laboratory / healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for health & safety manager / coshh assessor professionals, this checklist covers 27 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: annual / when substances change.
Ensures compliance with COSHH Regulations 2002, HSE UK, REACH. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the HSE COSHH Assessment Checklist UK cover?
This checklist covers 27 inspection items across 6 sections: Substance Identification, Exposure Assessment, Control Measures, Health Surveillance, Emergency Procedures, Information & Training. It is designed for manufacturing / laboratory / healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual / when substances change. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this HSE COSHH Assessment Checklist UK?
This checklist is designed for Health & Safety Manager / COSHH Assessor professionals in the manufacturing / laboratory / healthcare 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.