RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORK ON EQUIPMENT CONTAINING PCBs

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Hazards

1. Polychlorinated biphenyls Inhalation of PCBs (if aerosol or material heated)
2. Ingestion/absorption through contact with PCBs
3. Environmental pollution

Consequences

EQUIPMENT CONTAINING PCB's Operatives and others – injury to health through inhalation, ingestion, and or absorption of PCBs Possible contraction of skin condition chloracne.

Control Measures

1. PCB containers must be checked for leaks regularly and before any maintenance and when equipment is to be moved or transported.
2. Where possible, PCBs should be drained by specialist contractors and replaced with a safer alternative. 
3. Equipment which has been drained is still liable to contain residual amounts and therefore disposal will be subject to Regulations.
4. Drained fluid will be disposed of only by high-temperature incineration in a licensed incinerator with the local Waste Regulatory Authority contacted for details.
5. PPE for operatives involved in draining or cleaning up spills will include impervious overalls, gauntlets (heavy-duty not rubber or neoprene), and a respirator (consult manufacturer or supplier for advice on the face mask and filter medium suitability).  
6. Any waste substances, chemicals, or materials resulting from mopping up must be treated as hazardous waste with advice for disposal obtained from the local Waste Disposal Authority of the state or country where the business physical exists.
7. Self-contained breathing apparatus or airline breathing apparatus should be used in high temperatures environments or confined spaces. 
8. Proper recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) must be to a high standard including eye protection to BS EN 166 chemical grade.
9. Operatives are to be warned about the hazards of working with PCBs, in particular the skin condition chloracne.
10. The client should be asked to verify if the equipment is suspected of containing PCBs

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