Chemicals

Why chemicals matter

Chemicals are part of modern life, and we are likely to encounter them everyday - from the chemicals used at work, to products in the home such as paint, and detergents and pesticides used in the garden. This website aims to guide you to the information you need to help you identify and manage the risks from chemicals.

More about chemicals

Health and safety made simple

This site is for employers and those who want some basic information on what they must do to make sure their businesses comply with health and safety law.

The basics for your business

Do you...?

Manufacture, supply or store
Toxicity levels of chemicals
Transport chemicals
Use chemicals at work
Need to dispose chemicals

Chemicals and the environment

If you produce or store chemicals you will normally need an environmental permit to operate certain processes. Visit the Environment Agency or the Scottish Environment Protection Agencyto find out more.

Legislation

Biocides (BPD/R)
Pesticides (COPR)
Substances (COSHH)
Fire/explosives (DSEAR)
Export / Import (PIC)
Registration... (REACH)
Plant Protection Products

All chemical regulation