# The REACH Enforcement Regulations 2008, Paragraph 3

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

A professional may only demonstrate proper training and competence in the safe use of paint stripper containing dichloromethane by—
(a) undertaking training in the safe use of such paint stripper which covers as a minimum—
(i) awareness, evaluation and management of risks to health, including information on existing substitutes or processes, which under their conditions of use are less hazardous to the health and safety of workers;
(ii) the use of adequate ventilation; and
(iii) the use of appropriate personal protective equipment that complies with any legal requirement applicable to that equipment; and
(b) holding a certificate of competence issued by the Executive in the safe use of paint stripper containing dichloromethane.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2008/2852/schedule/5B/paragraph/3 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/reach-enforcement-regulations-2008/schedule-5B/paragraph-3
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