COSHH Awareness

Course Objectives

This course is designed to provide delegates with an appreciation and understanding of hazardous substances within the workplace and how they are effectively controlled.

Workshop Content

Topics covered on this course include:

• Understanding CHIP and how substances are assigned categories of danger
• Understanding the basics of toxicology and routes of entry into the body
• The concept of hazard and risk
• Hierarchy of control
• Maintaining control measures
• Emergency procedures

The benefits of this course include:

• Compliance with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
• Competency to conduct COSHH risk assessments
• Reduced exposure to hazardous substances
• Reduced risk of claims and prosecutions
• Well-informed staff

On successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a certificate of attendance.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for all employees, in particular those who come into contact with hazardous substances through work.

Duration: One day