In situations where volunteers use chemicals, the specific regulations governing their use, storage, transportation and disposal should be strictly adhered to. The basic guidance for volunteers using chemicals is listed below: - Volunteers should generally avoid work with chemicals labelled as dangerous (toxic, etc. see above) and with pesticides, fungicides or herbicides.
- Where volunteers do use chemicals they must be provided with the COSHH assessment and adequate training to handle them safely.
- Drivers of vehicles carrying chemicals must have safety information and procedures to apply if problems arise, including access to a suitable fire extinguisher.
- No COSHH labelled substance should be carried in a closed cab with people.
- Containers should be clearly marked.
- Attention must be paid to the safe disposal of surplus chemicals. They should not be burned or poured down drains if in doubt contact the Environment Agency.
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