Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

WHAT DOES COSHH COVER?
COSHH applies to most substances in the workplace which are
known to be toxic, harmful or irritant. The exceptions are asbestos and lead which have their own separate regulations. COSHH does nnot apply to radioactivity or to fire and explosion hazards.

The range includes:
• chemicals or substances that are used in the workplace suchas cleaning chemicals or spices and seasoning products• dust or fumes that are produced as by-products such as cooking fumes
• biological hazards such as bacteria, viruses or fungal
infections.