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Woodworking

Important note: New or revised limits for 13 substances have been introduced on 17 January 2020. Please refer to Table 1 of EH40/2005 ‘Workplace Exposure Limits’ for the latest WELs as these supersede any WELs contained in other HSE guidance or publications.

This information will help employers, the self employed and franchisees to comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH), as amended, to control exposure to wood dusts, etc, and protect workers health.

Woodworking [WD]

WD0: Advice for managers

  • WD01: BandsawsAdvice for managersThis information will help managers comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH), as amended, to control exposure to wood dusts and protect workers’ health.

WD1: Bandsaws

  • WD01: BandsawsBandsawsThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD2: Circular bench saws

  • WD02: Circular bench saws Circular bench sawsThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD3: Cross-cut saws

  • WD03: Cross-cut saws Cross-cut sawsThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD4: Vertical spindle moulders

  • WD04: Vertical spindle moulders Vertical spindle mouldersThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD5: Overhead and CNC routers

  • WD05: Overhead and CNC routers Overhead and CNC routersThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD7: Hand-held sanding machines

  • WD07: Hand-held sanding machines Hand-held sanding machinesThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD10: Wall saw

  • WD10: Wall saw Wall sawThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD11: Surface planer

  • WD11: Surface planer Surface planerThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD12: Fixed sanding machines (narrow belt)

  • WD12: Fixed sanding machines (narrow belt) Fixed sanding machines (narrow belt)The sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD13: Fixed sanding machines (disc)

  • WD13: Fixed sanding machines (disc) Fixed sanding machines (disc)The sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD14: Fixed sanding machines (drum/bobbin)

  • WD10: Wall saw Fixed sanding machines (drum/bobbin)The sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD15: Chop saw

  • WD15: Chop saw Chop sawThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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WD17: Suction hose attachment for cleaning

  • WD17: Suction hose attachment for cleaning Suction hose attachment for cleaningThe sheet is part of HSE guidance COSHH essentials: easy steps to control chemicals. It describes the key points you need to follow to help reduce exposure to an adequate level. It is important to follow all the points, or use equally effective measures.

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