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COSHH Assessment for Electrical Contractors — Generated Instantly for £29
Describe the electrical job and substances you use — solvents, adhesives, cable lubricants, cutting oils, dusts from chasing and drilling. We generate a fully written, UK-compliant COSHH assessment covering all hazardous substances relevant to electrical work in minutes.
Used by self-employed electricians, electrical contractors and facilities maintenance teams across the UK
⚡ Using cable lubricants, electrical contact cleaners or solvents? Mention them — we'll include substance-specific exposure limits, PPE requirements, and control measures aligned with Regulation 7 of COSHH 2002.
Legal requirements for COSHH in electrical work
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) require electrical contractors to assess and control exposure to hazardous substances before work begins. Regulation 6 requires a suitable and sufficient assessment of the health risks created by work involving hazardous substances, and Regulation 7 requires that exposure is prevented or adequately controlled.
Electrical work involves routine exposure to substances including cable pulling lubricants, contact cleaners, flux paste for soldering, mineral oil from switchgear, adhesives, and respirable dusts from chasing out walls or drilling concrete. Many of these substances are classified as harmful, irritant or flammable under the Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation (CLP). A written COSHH assessment is legally required under Regulation 6(1) for any work involving these substances.
The HSE states that COSHH assessments must be specific to the work activity and the substances used. Generic or template assessments that do not identify the actual substances, working conditions and control measures in place are not compliant. Anyrisks produces substance-specific COSHH assessments tailored to electrical contracting work and the materials you actually use on site.
How It Works
1. Describe the Job and Substances
Tell us the type of electrical work, whether you're working indoors or outdoors, and list the substances you use — cable lubricants, contact cleaners, solvents, adhesives, dusts from drilling. Mention brand names or product codes if you have them. If you're working in confined spaces or poorly ventilated areas, include that detail.
2. Let the App Take the Strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, substance-specific COSHH assessment covering exposure routes, health effects, workplace exposure limits where applicable, and the control measures required under Regulation 7 of COSHH 2002.
3. Instant Download and Use
Download as PDF and Word. Include it in your RAMS pack, hand it to your principal contractor, or file it for HSE compliance. £29, no subscription.
What It Covers
Every COSHH assessment for electrical contractors is written in full — covering all hazardous substances relevant to your specific job.
Cable pulling lubricants — skin contact and irritation
Contact cleaners and solvents (isopropanol, acetone)
Flux paste and solder fumes — respiratory exposure
Adhesives (epoxy, silicone, cyanoacrylate)
Cutting and threading oils for metalwork
Mineral oil exposure from transformers and switchgear
Respirable crystalline silica from drilling, chasing and core drilling
Wood dust from installing sockets in timber-framed buildings
Asbestos risk when working in pre-2000 properties
Fire retardant cable coatings and cable insulation dusts
PPE requirements — gloves, respiratory protection, eye protection
Ventilation and extraction requirements in confined spaces
Storage, handling and disposal of hazardous substances
COSHH Regulations 2002 compliance (Regulations 6, 7 and 12)
Works For
From domestic rewires to industrial switchgear maintenance, Anyrisks covers COSHH for every type of electrical work.
What Customers Say
"I use cable lubricants and contact cleaners on every job. The principal contractor wanted a COSHH assessment — Anyrisks covered every product I use, with the exact PPE and ventilation controls."
Lee T.
Self-employed electrician, West Midlands
"We do a lot of industrial work where we're exposed to transformer oil and mineral oil. Anyrisks included the exposure limits and PPE requirements — exactly what the site safety officer needed to see."
Rachel M.
Electrical contractor, North East
"I was drilling into concrete walls for cable runs and needed a COSHH assessment for silica dust. Anyrisks covered the RPE requirements and ventilation — all regulation-referenced. Saved me hours."
James K.
Domestic electrician, South East
Anyrisks vs DIY Templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Substance-specific assessment — not generic | ✓ | ✗ |
| COSHH Regulations 2002 referenced | ✓ | ✗ |
| Exposure limits and health effects included | ✓ | ✗ |
| PPE and ventilation controls specified | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers electrical-specific substances (lubricants, solvents, oils) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Silica dust and drilling hazards included | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a COSHH assessment if I only use common electrical products?
Yes — if you use substances such as cable lubricants, contact cleaners, solvents, adhesives or create dusts from drilling, COSHH Regulation 6 requires a written assessment. The substances do not need to be exotic or highly toxic — common irritants and flammable substances are covered under COSHH.
Does this cover silica dust from drilling and chasing?
Yes — mention that you're drilling into concrete, masonry or blockwork and the assessment will include respirable crystalline silica exposure, the health effects (silicosis, lung cancer), and the requirement for suitable respiratory protective equipment (RPE) under Regulation 7.
Can I use this for transformer oil and mineral oil exposure?
Yes — describe the work and mention exposure to transformer oil, mineral oil or other electrical insulating fluids. The assessment will cover skin contact, inhalation risk and PPE requirements including chemical-resistant gloves.
What if I work in confined spaces or poorly ventilated areas?
Mention this in the job description. The assessment will include ventilation requirements, respiratory protection and monitoring obligations under Regulation 7. Confined space COSHH assessments require additional controls and Anyrisks covers this.
Is this accepted by principal contractors and safety officers?
Yes — Anyrisks produces a fully written, substance-specific COSHH assessment in the format expected by principal contractors, HSE inspectors and client safety teams. It references COSHH 2002 and includes all required control measures.
Do I need separate assessments for each substance?
Not necessarily — if multiple substances are used in the same work activity, they can be covered in a single assessment. Describe all substances you use and Anyrisks will produce a comprehensive assessment covering each one with substance-specific controls.
Does it include disposal and storage requirements?
Yes — the assessment includes safe storage, handling and disposal requirements for hazardous substances under Regulation 12 of COSHH 2002, including segregation and labelling.
How long does it take?
Under 2 minutes. Describe the electrical job and the substances you use, and Anyrisks produces a complete, regulation-referenced COSHH assessment instantly.
Give Anyrisks a go today.
You'll be delighted with your COSHH Assessment, or your money back.