Your Questions Answered
There are so many rules and regulations surrounding the safe storage of chemicals, and as a result, there are a lot of misconceptions floating around. It can be hard to know what is true and what isn’t, especially if you are a new business owner and you are very keen to comply with all rules that apply to you. One of the most common questions we are asked is: ‘Does a COSHH cupboard have to be yellow?’ Well, we won’t keep you waiting for the answer! Here is everything you need to know.
What Colour Do COSHH Cupboards Have to Be?
Not yellow! It’s a common misconception that COSHH cupboards must be yellow. In reality, there’s a lot more flexibility when it comes to the colour of COSHH storage. Many COSHH cupboards are grey, which has led to the mistaken belief that grey is a requirement. In fact, it’s flammable liquid cabinets that are typically yellow. Just remember—while colour isn’t strictly regulated for COSHH cupboards, there are specific COSHH storage regulations that must be followed.
COSHH Cupboard Requirements
They don’t have to be yellow; so what regulations are in place for COSHH cupboards? Harmful substances can be found in all kinds of workplaces, from hairdressers to construction sites. In the vast majority of cases, when these substances are stored and used properly, they will not lead to injury or health issues. That’s what COSHH is there for.
Any dangerous substances should be stored in a well-ventilated area with a clear exit and close to washing facilities. They should also be stored in COSHH cabinets, and these should be located away from any others to prevent confusion. A COSHH cupboard sign should also be in place so that staff can see, at a glance, that the cupboard contains a substance that needs to be handled with care.
Our COSHH Storage Range
We offer a range of COSHH-compliant storage options to help you find the right fit for your business. COSHH cabinets are typically grey, while other types of hazardous storage come in specific colours—flammable liquid cabinets are yellow, acid cabinets are white, and agricultural chemical storage is red.
Many customers choose grey COSHH cabinets for easy identification and compliance, but what’s most important is that the correct type of cabinet is used for the substances being stored, along with the appropriate signage.
Coming in a range of sizes and with options to stack one cabinet on top of another, you can totally customise your COSHH storage to fit your space. No matter how much room you have to work with or what you need to store, you will find what you are looking for here.
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To find out more about COSHH cupboard requirements and how we could help you meet them, please get in touch today.
