COSHH - Introduction
Carbon dioxide and its solid state, dry ice, are classified as a hazardous substance as
they have the potential to cause harm.
In normal usage, with appropriate safety procedures, the hazards are deemed to be
minimal.
Carbon dioxide and dry ice have the potential to cause skin burns similar to frostbite as
the product is at an extremely cold temperature
If dry ice is ingested in any quantity it could cause throat and stomach burns due to the
extremely low temperature of the product.
Carbon dioxide gas in high concentrations may cause asphyxiation with symptoms of
loss of mobility/consciousness.
Staff and others using the equipment provided by JetChill and who follow the safety
procedures and training given are not likely to be exposed to any serious hazards from
the use of carbon dioxide and dry ice.
The storage of carbon dioxide cylinders must be carried out in accordance with industry
best practice and this has been covered in the manual.
The Safety Data Sheet for food fresh carbon dioxide is included in this section.
Emergency/First Aid Procedure
These are listed in the attached Safety Data Sheet and on the detailed COSHH
Assessment.
Contact skin burns are best treated by applying clean water for approx. 15 minutes,
applying a burn or other dressing and seeking medical attention.
Inhalation of the carbon dioxide gas is possible if the storage area is poorly ventilated
and gas is leaking from cylinders. A carbon dioxide detector will alert everyone to high
levels of gas concentration. Rooms must be properly ventilated and anyone affected by
the gas must be removed from the area and given basic first aid whilst medical
assistance is sought.
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