Description

COSHH stands for Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health

Substances defined as hazardous to health. These include substances labeled as dangerous,i.e. toxic, harmful, irritant, corrosive or flammable.The most common substances found in the hospitality industry that have warning labels are the cleaning agents and maintenance products.

Aim of section

• To ensure exposure to hazardous substances is prevented or controlled.
• To provide the basis for the hotel to control the risks from hazardous substances.
• To provide a format for carrying out assessments of substances.
• To reduce the number of injuries that are caused at work which were avoidable had the correct PPE been worn.
• To provide the basis for compliance with local legislation.

Level: 2