Chemical Safety Management & Emergency Spill Control Training

Chemicals are used in all types of industries, regardless of the activities performed. Every day, thousands of workers are exposed to chemicals, increasing the likelihood of the occurrence of various types of health problems.

The incidence of chronic diseases (e.g., cancer) resulting from exposure to chemicals is steadily increasing. For this reason, in particular, all employees who handle chemicals must receive regular training to ensure that they are aware of the effects of improper chemical handling.

Besides, training for chemical handlers is also required under Malaysian legal requirements, as stated under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1994 (USECHH Regulations). Based on the USECHH Regulations, it is mandatory for every organisation to conduct chemical safety training for all chemical handlers at least once every two years.

This training is suitable for all chemical handlers, and participants will be provided with a very comprehensive explanation of all aspects related to safety in chemical handling, starting from receiving chemicals for operational use until the final disposal of chemical waste.

It is ultimately important for every organisation to prepare a plan to respond to any emergency situation, including chemical spillage. Chemical spillage, even a small spill, may have very serious consequences, such as fire, the release of toxic gas, or explosion.

In the event of a chemical spill, every related employee is responsible for prompt and proper clean-up. Improper clean-up of a chemical spill may result in injury, illness, fire, release to the environment, or property damage.

Planning for chemical spills is essential. Before beginning work with chemicals, one should be sure that he or she has adequate training for cleaning up small spills and that the appropriate types and amounts of spill clean-up materials and personal protective equipment are immediately available.

This course is specifically designed for chemical spill response personnel to provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills for emergency response in the event of a chemical spill in order to prevent or mitigate the spill’s associated adverse effects.

Scope / Objective

To provide knowledge and skill in

• Malaysian legal requirements relate to chemical management.

• Methods for chemical handling, storage, and labeling.

• Understanding health effect due to exposure to chemicals

• Required protective measures for chemical handling (such as PPE)

• To provide knowledge on chemical waste handling and disposal.

• To provide knowledge on chemical emergency response plan and spill control.