To provide delegates with an awareness and understanding of the legal requirements for working with hazardous substances; and the importance of the safe use and storage of hazardous substances in the workplace to reduce the risk to themselves and others.
Course Aims
To provide delegates with an awareness and understanding of the legal requirements for working with hazardous substances; and the importance of the safe use and storage of hazardous substances in the workplace to reduce the risk to themselves and others.
This course introduces delegates to the inherent risks posed by hazardous substances and the controls available to assist them in the safer use of hazardous substances in co-operation with their managers and supervisors.
Agenda
Legislation and guidance
Definition and forms of hazardous substances
The risks to health from exposure to hazardous substances
Methods of identification of hazardous substances
Understanding COSHH Safety Data Sheets
Understanding the risk from biological agents (biohazards)
Identification of biohazards
The risk from contaminated ground
Understanding COSHH risk assessment
Control and management for the safe use of hazardous substances
Multiple-choice examination
Who Should Attend ?
This course is for delegates who are responsible for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) at work, as well as employees who use hazardous substances in manufacturing, cleaning, healthcare, transport, utilities and offices.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need.
Certification
Delegates successfully completing the course will receive a City & Guilds Award in COSHH Principles.
All certification is subject to the City & Guilds Quality assurance procedure. if you require a certificate of attendance in the interim please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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