Stepping into Management Knowledge

H&S Training

1.06

CLEANING CHEMICAL SAFETY

PURPOSE OF THE TRAINING EXERCISE:  To ensure that team members understand the correct procedures and risks when handling cleaning chemicals.  To ensure team members of staff know what to do in event of an accident associated with Cleaning Chemicals

TRAINING AIDS:  Bottle of Greaselift  COSHH Hazard Data and Product Information Folder.  Canopy Cleaning training short 4.10

TRAINING METHOD: This is a practical exercise where we will demonstrate the cleaning of a section of canopy or similar structure in the kitchen whilst explaining the general safety aspects of chemical use. N.B. The trainer is free to use other chemicals and to demonstrate other aspects of cleaning if felt more appropriate e.g. for bar staff or cleaners EXPLAIN TO THE TEAM:  If not used correctly, some of the cleaning chemicals we use can cause skin irritation and can burn. Eyes are particularly at risk. Therefore it is essential that we all adopt safe working practices when using chemicals.  During this training session we will learn how to handle chemicals correctly and what to do in the event of an accident.  We will clean one of the canopies in the kitchen whilst discussing safe use of chemicals .

ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: What safety precautions should we take when cleaning using a strong cleaning chemical such as Greaselift? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER:  Use Goggles and gloves  Always wash your hands after handling chemicals. ASK QUESTION TO GROUP: What safety precautions should we take when storing cleaning chemicals? CONFIRM CORRECT ANSWER:  Store in a designated area away from food

Demonstrate the cleaning of a kitchen canopy or similar structure and explain the safe use of cleaning chemicals. The following notes provide safety advice.

Wear goggles and gloves and apply Greaselift to surfaces of the canopy and leave for 5 minutes.

Whilst waiting for the chemical to work on the grease, discuss the following safe working practices and accident procedures associated with chemicals.

Remember to discuss safe working at Height and correct use of company approved ladders. Discuss the fact we must not stand upon equipment. It is not designed to used in this way and hot equipment carries the additional risk of burns.

Safety Assurance March 2016h

H & S Training 1.06