
Clinic Risk Assessments
Chlor-Clean™ Tablets (Troclosene Sodium NaDCC)
COSHH RISK ASSESSMENT FORM
Substance: Chlor-Clean™ Tablets (Troclosene Sodium NaDCC)
Manufacturer: Guest Medical
Use: Chlorine-releasing disinfectant tablets for environmental cleaning and terminal disinfection
Clinic Location: 4 Portland Square, Water Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1HA, United Kingdom
Date of Assessment: 1st July 2025
Review Date: 1st July 2026
Assessed By: Managing Director – HAUS OF ÄSTHETIK
1. Substance Information
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Product Name: Chlor-Clean Tablets
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Active Ingredient: Troclosene Sodium (NaDCC) – 1.7g per tablet
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Other Ingredients: Available chlorine – 1.0g, Anionic surfactant cleaning agent
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Form: Solid tablet
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COSHH Safety Data Sheet: ✅ Available
2. Intended Use
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Application:
Environmental surface disinfection, including treatment couches, communal areas, floors, and isolation decontamination.
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Dilution:
One tablet dissolved in 1 litre of cold water yields 1,000 ppm chlorine cleaning solution.
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Frequency of Use:
Daily use during clinic cleaning, deep cleaning after procedures, or outbreak control.
3. Potential Hazards
Hazard |
Risk Description |
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Eye Irritation |
Causes serious eye irritation (classified under CLP regulations) |
Respiratory Irritation |
May cause respiratory distress in poorly ventilated areas |
Skin Sensitisation |
Prolonged or repeated contact may lead to dermatitis or irritation |
Toxic Gas Emission |
Mixing with acids may liberate toxic chlorine gas |
Aquatic Toxicity |
Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects |
Surface Damage |
Can bleach or degrade soft furnishings and some plastics |
4. Risk Control Measures
A. Storage & Handling
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Store in the original sealed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area (0–25°C)
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Do not decant into unlabelled containers
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Replace the lid tightly after use
B. Preparation
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Only mix with cold water; never combine with other cleaning agents
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Prepare the solution in a well-ventilated area
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Label all prepared solutions with dilution strength and date/time
C. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Disposable nitrile gloves (mandatory)
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Eye protection (when preparing or spraying)
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Mask/face covering in poorly ventilated environments
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An apron if cleaning large areas or using multiple litres
D. Environmental Controls
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Ensure the waste solution is disposed of into foul drainage
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Prevent runoff into outside drains
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Ventilate room well after use, especially in confined areas
5. Emergency Measures
Exposure Type |
Response |
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Skin Contact |
Wash thoroughly with soap and water; apply emollient if irritation occurs |
Eye Contact |
Rinse immediately with sterile water or saline for at least 15 minutes |
Inhalation |
Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist |
Ingestion |
Rinse mouth; DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention |
First Aid Contact: National Poisons Information Centre: 01 8092166 (Ireland) or 111 (UK NHS)
6. Risk Assessment Summary
Risk Category |
Before Controls |
After Controls |
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Skin/Eye Contact |
Medium |
Low |
Inhalation |
Medium |
Low |
Environmental |
Medium |
Low |
Chemical Reaction |
High (if mixed) |
Low |
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Are current controls sufficient? Yes
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Additional control measures required? No
7. Monitoring & Staff Training
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All staff must be trained in COSHH awareness and safe handling of cleaning chemicals
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Refresher training every 12 months
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COSHH data sheets must be accessible in the clinic’s Health & Safety folder
8. Clinical Use Alignment
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Conforms to: BS EN 1276, EN 13727, EN 14476, EN 13624, EN 13704, EN 17126
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Effective Against: Fungi, Viruses, Mycobacteria, Bacteria, Spores
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Clinic Policy Alignment: Infection Control Policy, Waste Management SOP, and Terminal Clean Procedure