Hazardous substances present an imminent risk to users, be it from direct skin contact, ingestion or inhalation resulting from accidental or inadvertent contact, or from inappropriate use. Legislation, most notably the Control of Hazardous substances Regulations 2002 (COSHH) and the Chemicals (Hazardous Information and Packaging) Regulations (CHIP) therefore dictates that hazardous substances must be appropriately labelled to easily identify any specific risks and that the risks associated with such hazardous substances be assessed.

The S₂ Partnership offers a flexible service to clients who need support to their existing competent health & safety person role, or indeed who need somebody to perform the role.