COSHH Assessor

A COSHH Assessor training course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct effective risk assessments for hazardous substances in the workplace. This course covers the principles of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations and teaches participants how to identify and assess potential risks associated with the use of hazardous substances.

Through a combination of lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities, participants will learn how to evaluate the potential health effects of hazardous substances and implement appropriate control measures to prevent exposure and protect workers. The course will also cover the use of safety data sheets (SDS) and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure compliance with COSHH regulations.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to conduct thorough COSHH assessments and implement effective risk control measures in their workplace. This training is essential for managers, supervisors, and other individuals responsible for ensuring the safety of workers who may be exposed to hazardous substances.

COSHH Assessor Content:

• How substances hazardous to health cause harm
• Definition of the classification
• Finding out about the properties of substances hazardous to health
• Definition of terms used to describe the hazards
• Risk phrases and their use
• Routes into the body
• Effects
• The principles of COSHH assessment
• Pitching the assessment at a suitable and sufficient level
• COSHH essentials – the HSE system
• Control strategies
• An example COSHH assessment
• Monitoring and surveillance
• Demonstration and practice