by Zach Greaves | Apr 17, 2020 | Blog, Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)
Risks of Exposure to Metalworking Fluids (MWF)The inhalation of – and direct contact with – metalworking fluids (MWF), has the potential to cause health issues. Direct contact with MWF can cause contact dermatitis. Inhalation of MWF in aerosol form can...
by Zach Greaves | Mar 10, 2020 | COSHH Principles
Review Control Measure EffectivenessAfter you have implemented an effective system of controlling exposure to the hazardous substance(s), ongoing maintenance and management is essential. When working properly, your combined control methods either completely prevent...
by Zach Greaves | Feb 11, 2020 | COSHH Air Monitoring, Industry News
EH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits Version 4On 17 January 2020, the fourth edition of HSE’s guidance document ‘EH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits’ came into force, introducing new and revised workplace exposure limits for 13 substances.For organisations operating in...
by Zach Greaves | Nov 25, 2019 | COSHH Air Monitoring, Industry News, Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)
Welding Fumes Enforcement ExpectationsAs a result of the HSE Change in Enforcement Expectations for Welding Fumes released in February 2019, there has accordingly been a revision of the COSHH advice to ensure that any welding fume released is adequately...
by Zach Greaves | Nov 17, 2019 | COSHH Principles
Controlling Exposure Using PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): The Last ResortThe HSE’s fifth COSHH Principle relates to controlling exposure using PPE, “when adequate controls of exposure cannot be achieved by other means”. If you have followed...
