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COSHH Assessment Template — Generated Instantly for £29
Describe the hazardous substances you use — chemicals, solvents, dusts, fumes, vapours. We generate a fully written, UK-compliant COSHH assessment covering all control measures, PPE and emergency procedures required under COSHH Regulations 2002.
Used by electrical contractors, construction firms, manufacturers, cleaners and facilities teams across the UK
⚠️ Working with electrical flux, cable lubricant, solvents or generating dust from drilling masonry? Mention every hazardous substance — we'll assess each one and include the specific control measures, PPE and exposure limits required under COSHH Regulations 2002.
Legal Requirements for COSHH Assessments
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (as amended) place a legal duty on every employer to prevent or adequately control exposure to substances hazardous to health. Regulation 6 requires a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risk created by work involving hazardous substances — this is the COSHH assessment.
Regulation 7 requires that exposure is either prevented or, where prevention is not reasonably practicable, adequately controlled. Control measures must follow a strict hierarchy: elimination, substitution, engineering controls (ventilation, enclosure), safe systems of work and finally PPE. A written COSHH assessment must document this hierarchy and justify the controls chosen.
Regulation 10 requires monitoring of exposure where necessary, and Regulation 11 requires health surveillance for workers exposed to specific substances. The HSE estimates that COSHH-related failures contribute to over 13,000 deaths per year from occupational lung disease and cancer. A compliant COSHH assessment is not optional — it is a cornerstone of workplace safety and a legal requirement under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
For electrical contractors, COSHH assessments are commonly required for flux (rosin-based fumes), cable lubricant, solvents for cleaning, and respirable crystalline silica (RCS) from drilling or cutting masonry. These substances are hazardous and must be assessed before work begins.
How It Works
1. Describe the Substances
Tell us every hazardous substance you will use or be exposed to — chemicals, solvents, dusts, fumes, vapours. Include brand names or chemical names where known. Describe the work activity and setting (enclosed space, outdoor, workshop, domestic property). If you generate dust from drilling or cutting, mention the material.
2. Assessment Generated Instantly
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant COSHH assessment referencing the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 and including all required control measures, PPE, exposure limits and emergency procedures.
3. Download and Use Immediately
Download as PDF and Word. Include it in your RAMS pack, hand it to your contractor or client, or file it for compliance. £29, no subscription.
What It Covers
Every COSHH assessment is written in full — covering all hazardous substances and control measures relevant to your work.
Identification of all hazardous substances used or generated
Routes of exposure — inhalation, skin contact, ingestion, eye contact
Health effects — acute and chronic (short-term and long-term)
Workplace exposure limits (WELs) where applicable
Control measures following the hierarchy (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, PPE)
Ventilation requirements — natural, mechanical, LEV (local exhaust ventilation)
PPE requirements — respiratory protection (FFP2, FFP3), gloves, eye protection
Safe storage, handling and disposal procedures
Emergency procedures — spillage, exposure, first aid
Regulation 7 compliance — prevention and control of exposure
Regulation 10 — monitoring requirements where necessary
Regulation 11 — health surveillance requirements where applicable
COSHH Regulations 2002 (as amended) referenced throughout
Respirable crystalline silica (RCS) — for drilling and cutting masonry
Works For
From electrical contractors using flux to manufacturers handling industrial chemicals, Anyrisks covers every hazardous substance scenario.
What Customers Say
"Every electrical contractor knows flux fumes are a COSHH risk. Anyrisks gave me a proper assessment covering ventilation, FFP3 masks and emergency procedures — all compliant and ready in minutes."
Daniel P.
Electrical contractor, Yorkshire
"We do refurbishment work in occupied schools. COSHH for drilling dust, adhesives and cleaning products is now mandatory. Anyrisks made compliance simple and the assessment was accepted first time."
Karen T.
Facilities manager, West Midlands
"I use cable lubricant and solvents on every commercial install. The COSHH assessment from Anyrisks covered both substances, PPE and safe storage — exactly what the contractor needed."
James L.
Electrical installer, London
Anyrisks vs DIY Templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| COSHH Regulations 2002 referenced throughout | ✓ | ✗ |
| Hierarchy of control measures documented | ✓ | ✗ |
| Exposure limits (WELs) included where applicable | ✓ | ✗ |
| Emergency procedures and first aid measures | ✓ | ✗ |
| Multiple substances assessed in one document | ✓ | ✗ |
| Accepted by HSE and principal contractors | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002?
Yes — every COSHH assessment references the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (as amended) and includes specific control measures required by Regulation 7. The assessment is structured to satisfy HSE inspection requirements and contractor RAMS submissions.
Can I use this for multiple substances on the same job?
Yes — describe all hazardous substances you will be using (e.g. flux, solvents, cable lubricant, drilling dust from masonry) and the assessment will cover each substance with appropriate control measures and PPE requirements.
Does it include emergency procedures for chemical exposure?
Yes — first aid measures and emergency procedures for exposure (skin contact, eye contact, inhalation, ingestion) are included based on the substances you describe. The assessment references specific first aid controls and emergency response requirements.
Is it accepted by principal contractors and clients?
Yes — Anyrisks produces a fully written, regulation-referenced COSHH assessment in the standard format expected by principal contractors, building managers and the HSE. The format is professional and accepted across all industries.
Does it cover exposure limits and monitoring requirements?
Yes — where relevant, workplace exposure limits (WELs) are referenced and monitoring requirements under Regulation 10 of COSHH are included. If your work involves substances with specific exposure limits, mention the substance and we will include the appropriate controls.
Can I use it for both short-term jobs and ongoing work?
Yes — describe the duration and frequency of exposure and the assessment will reflect whether controls are needed for short-term acute exposure or longer-term chronic exposure. COSHH assessments are required for both scenarios.
How long does it take to generate?
Under 2 minutes. Describe the substances, the work activity and the setting, and Anyrisks produces a complete, regulation-referenced COSHH assessment instantly.
Does it cover asbestos or lead?
No — asbestos and lead are subject to separate specific regulations (Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002). COSHH assessments produced by Anyrisks cover general hazardous substances including chemicals, dusts, fumes, vapours and biological agents.