COSHH - Chemical Peel Products

COSHH RISK ASSESSMENT


Substance: Mesoestetic Professional Chemical Peels

Use: Chemical exfoliation for medical aesthetic procedures

Location: Clinical Treatment Room and Product Storage Area

Assessor: Owen Dickinson

Date: 01st April 2025

Review Date: 01st April 2026 + 12 months or if procedures/products change

 

 

 

 

1. Hazard Identification

Substance Name

Hazardous Ingredients

Hazard Classification

Mesoestetic Peels (various types: glycolic, salicylic, TCA, mandelic, etc.)

Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs), Trichloroacetic Acid, Phenol

Corrosive (Skin), Irritant (Eyes, Mucous Membranes), Environmental Hazard

 

Refer to Mesoestetic’s Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for individual product classification.

 

 

2. Routes of Exposure

• Skin contact – risk of burns/irritation to practitioner or client if misapplied or spilled

• Eye contact – splashes pose a serious risk of ocular injury

• Inhalation – vapours minimal but may irritate mucous membranes in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas

• Ingestion – highly hazardous if swallowed

 

 

3. Who Might Be Harmed?

• Clinic staff – through handling, mixing, application, or accidental exposure

• Clients – through improper application or residue transfer

• Cleaners/Visitors – incidental exposure during cleaning or waste handling

 

 

4. Control Measure

Area

Control Measures

Storage

- Store in original, clearly labelled containers- Keep in locked, cool, well-ventilated cabinet- Away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances (e.g. alkalis, oxidisers)- Inventory maintained to avoid stockpiling/expiry

Handling/Use

- Use appropriate PPE: nitrile gloves, goggles/face shield, apron- Decant/dispense in treatment room only- Avoid aerosolisation- Clients’ eyes protected with occlusive pads during treatment- Follow manufacturer protocol strictly

Spill Management

- Small spills: absorb with chemical-resistant pads, wipe using neutralising agent if appropriate- Large spills: ventilate room, restrict access, follow spill protocol

Disposal

- Residual chemicals: dispose via clinical waste stream (as per HTM 07-01)- Empty vials: rinse if instructed by SDS, dispose as clinical waste- Used PPE and contaminated materials: yellow bag waste

Training

- Staff trained in chemical safety and emergency procedures- SDS readily accessible in clinic

 

 

5. First Aid Measures

• Skin contact: Rinse immediately with water for at least 10 minutes, remove contaminated clothing

• Eye contact: Irrigate eyes with sterile eyewash for minimum 15 minutes, seek medical attention

• Inhalation: Move to fresh air, monitor respiratory status

• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth, seek urgent medical help

 

 

6. Emergency Procedures

• Eye wash station and emergency rinsing available in treatment room

• Clinical waste collection arranged via registered contractor

• Fire risk low, but acidic vapours may react with some metals—store away from aluminium or strong alkalis

• Report any exposure/incidents via incident form and RIDDOR if applicable

 

 

7. Risk Rating (Post-Control

Risk

Likelihood

Severity

Residual Risk

Skin/Eye Contact

Unlikely

Moderate/Severe

Low with PPE use

Inhalation

Very Unlikely

Mild

Very Low

Ingestion

Very Unlikely

Severe

Very Low

 

 

8. Monitoring and Review

• COSHH risk assessment to be reviewed annually or if products/protocols change

• Spot checks for safe storage and compliance

• Staff annual training updates on chemical handling