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Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

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Legislation Overview

Legislation name
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
Applicable to
Great Britain
Purpose
Protect health in the workplace by preventing/reducing hazardous substance exposure.
Scope
Wide range of hazardous substances including chemicals, fumes, dusts, vapors, mists, gases.
Key requirements
Risk assessment, exposure control, health surveillance, training.
Penalties
Improvement notices, prohibition notices, fines, imprisonment.
EXEMPTIONS
Specific exemptions for certain substances and activities.
Guidance
HSE website