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

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.