COSHH Assessment Essex
COSHH - Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 2002
The COSHH Inspections and COSHH Regulations apply to every company that either uses or produces in the workplace substances hazardous to health. This includes vapours given off by glue or paint, fumes generated by welding operations, and emissions from certain forklift trucks. In Essex, businesses are required to comply with these regulations through professional COSHH inspections Essex to ensure workplace safety.
One method of controlling airborne hazardous substances is the use of a local exhaust ventilation system (LEV).
Other legislation requiring the operation of LEV equipment includes The Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 1987 and The Control of Lead at Work Regulations 1988.
The COSHH Regulations require that a competent person examines LEV equipment at intervals depending on the trade, business, and application of the equipment.
| Application | Examination frequency in months |
|---|---|
| Dust extraction | 14, but 6 for metal dust |
| Fume / vapour extraction | 14, but 6 in non-ferrous foundries |
| Shot blast units | 6, but monthly in foundries |
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