We would like to draw attention of readers to the following published HSE Guidance update applicable during the COVID 19 Outbreak:

Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH)

Coronavirus (COVID-19): update

• Managing staffing and fatigue at COMAH sites

• COMAH safety reports during the outbreak

• Planned external emergency plan tests under COMAH

• notification requirements for businesses supporting COVID response

The Control of Major Accident Hazards (COMAH) Regulations ensuring that businesses:

• Take all necessary measures to prevent major accidents involving dangerous substances 

• Limit the consequences to people and the environment of any major accidents which do occur"

Health  and Safety Executive

24 April 2020