CONTROL OF SUBSTANCES HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH

RISK ASSESSMENT
ASSESSMENT RECORD Ref No: FQM-CA-010

Company : FQM Ltd

Product : Propane (cylinders/gas bottles)

Supplier / Manufacturer : Calor

User plus Task or Process This substance is used for Oxy-propane cutting of steel. This procedure is generally performed by
Description one person. The Propane comes in 47kg pressurised gas bottles and when in use is mounted to a
Inlcude locations, durations, frequency and the
quantity of substance used.
cutting rig. Frequency is as required but ranges from once per week to several times per day. The
task may only take 10 minutes but can be up to one hour.

Working Exposure Limit (8hr TWA)

Signal Word Long Term Exposure Limit (8hr TWA) Short Term Exposure Level (15mins)
Danger 1000ppm 1250ppm

Material Safety Data Information

Is the following information available from the Safety Data Sheet ?
Identification of Product YES Physical / Chemical Properties YES
Composition YES Stability and Reactivity YES
Hazards Identification YES Toxicological Information YES
First Aid Measures YES Ecological Information YES
Fire Fighting Measures YES Disposal Information YES
Accidental Release YES Transport Information YES
Handling / Storage YES Regulatory Information YES
Controls / Personal Protection YES
HAZARD TYPE

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Gas Vapour Mist Fume Dust Liquid Solid Other (State)______________________________________

ROUTES AND EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE
Inhilation Yes The vapour may have narcotic effect. Inhalation may cause irritation to the nose and throat, headache, nausea, vomiting,
dizziness and drowsiness. In poorly ventilated or confined spaces, unconsciousness or asphyxiation may result.

Ingestion No

Skin Contact Yes Cold burns (frostbite) will result from skin/eye contact with liquid product. May occur if cylinder is not stored/used vertically.

Eye Contact Yes Cold burns (frostbite) will result from skin/eye contact with liquid product. May occur if cylinder is not stored/used vertically.

Other (State)

LABELLING
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Flammable gasses, flammable liquids, flammable solids, flammable aerosols, organic
peroxides, self-reactive, pyrophoric, self-heating, contact with water emits flammable
gas
Gasses under pressure

HAZARD STATEMENTS H220: extremely flammable gas

H280: contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated

PRECAUTIONARY P102 Keep out of the reach of Children

STATEMENTS P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P243: Take precautions against static discharge
P377: Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381: Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
P410 + P403: Protect from sunlight. Store in a well ventilated place.

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 First Aid Measures: INHALATION
Remove the affected person to fresh air. Keep the patient warm and at rest. If breathing has stopped administer artificial
respiration. Give external cardiac massage if necessary. If the person is breathing, but unconscious, place them in the recovery
position. Obtain medical assistance immediately.
INGESTION
Not applicable
SKIN CONTACT
Burns to be flushed with tepid water to normalise temperature and until circulation returns. Cover the burns with sterile
dressings. Do not apply ointments or powders. Obtain medical assistance immediately.
EYE CONTACT
Hold eyelids apart while flushing to rinse entire surface of the eye and lids with water. Cover the eye with a sterile dressing and
obtain medical assistance immediately.
Protection for First-Aiders: No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It may be
dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

MONITORING
Persons exposed ? Operatives

Monitoring of exposure? Monitor activity on a daily basis through task cards and permits

Health surveillance required?

Reference should be made to European Standard EN 689 for methods for the assessment of
exposure by inhalation to chemical agents.

CONTROL MEASURES
Existing controls in place? Use for burning and cutting operations only in well ventilated spaces.
General/Forced Ventilation
Combustion may deplete oxygen levels.
Provide natural or explosion-proof ventilation that is adequate to ensure
Engineering Control
flammable gas does not reach its lower explosive limit.
Containment No
Yes, personnel must undergo suitable training prior to use and handling of
Information, instruction and training
oxy/propane cutting equipment. Evidence retained in competence records.
Permit to work must be completed and approved ahead of this task. Refer to
Permit
Permit Procedure.
Daily briefing will outline any such work being undertaken. Toolbox talk to
Daily Briefing and Toolbox Talk
remind worker(s) of risks to the operation with the substance.
Special No
Eye Protection Yes - suited to burning and cutting operations
Gloves (Winter PVC) for handling Yes - suited to burning and cutting operations
Face Shield Yes - suited to burning and cutting operations
Coveralls Yes - suited to burning and cutting operations
Respiratory Protection Not for burning and cutting operations outdoors
First Aid available? First aiders on site (2 available)
Storage - store and dispense only in well ventilated areas away from heat and
Emergency procedures in place? sources of ignition. Should be stored in a locked steel cage. Leakage in any
confined space may create an explosable atmosphere.
Footwear When handling cylinders wear protective footwear to BS EN345
Vapour is heavier than air and may travel to remote sources of ignition (e.g.
along drainage systems, into basements etc.).
Other…(State)
Pressurised containers are liable to explode violently when subjected to high
temperatures
CONCLUSION OF RISK AND ADEQUACY OF CONTROL MEASURES
Work practices at an acceptable level while following all measures stated above.
Residual risk must be identified using established risk matrix. Any actions identified as a result of this CoSHH Assessment should be entered into the
Corrective and Preventative Action process and tracked to satisfactory conclusion.

Permit/Toolbox
Describe the actions taken to verify the adequacy of the control measures.
Talk/Supervision/Audit

Who is responsible for ensuring that the product is used in accordance with the Users/Workshop Supervisor/
established procedures ? Manager

Assessor : Chris Docherty

Date : 09/09/2018

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 Date : 09/09/2018

I confirm this assessment complies with our normal mode of operation when using this product.

Signed :_______________________ on behalf of FQM Ltd

This assessment is based on information provided by the supplier and the User as well as observations in practice. The Safety
Data Sheet should accompany this assessment. Do not attempt to use this substance if unsure. Take 5 for Safety!

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