COSHH Assessments by Industry

Why Industry-Specific COSHH Assessments Matter

While all COSHH assessments follow the same HSE framework, the specific hazards, chemicals, and control measures vary enormously between industries. A COSHH assessment for a beauty salon handling nail acrylics looks very different from one for a construction site dealing with silica dust.

Getting industry-specific guidance ensures you're addressing the right hazards with appropriate control measures — not just ticking boxes with generic templates.

Common Mistakes by Industry

• Construction — Underestimating silica dust exposure from cutting and grinding operations
• Healthcare — Missing biological agent assessments and cytotoxic drug handling procedures
• Beauty & Hairdressing — Ignoring long-term dermatitis risks from repeated chemical exposure
• Cleaning — Failing to assess mixing incompatible cleaning chemicals (e.g. bleach + ammonia)
• Manufacturing — Inadequate LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) testing and monitoring