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COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Training
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
1 hour · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Training online course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of COSHH regulations and best practices for safely handling, storing, and controlling hazardous substances in the workplace. This course is essential for individuals working in environments where exposure to hazardous substances is a potential risk, such as manufacturing facilities, laboratories, healthcare settings, or construction sites. By completing this course, participants will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to ensure their own safety and the safety of others when working with hazardous substances.

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

1
section
21
lectures
1h 1m
total
    • 1: 1.1 Overview of COSHH regulations and their purpose 02:50
    • 2: 1.2 Understanding the responsibilities of employers and employees under COSHH 03:00
    • 3: 1.3 Identifying common hazardous substances in the workplace 02:28
    • 4: 2.1 Conducting risk assessments for hazardous substances 03:12
    • 5: 2.2 Implementing control measures to minimize exposure and risks 02:58
    • 6: 2.3 Safe systems of work and hierarchy of control measures 03:08
    • 7: 3.1 Differentiating between hazardous substances 03:08
    • 8: 3.2 Understanding the potential health effects and routes of exposure 03:25
    • 9: 3.3 Safety data sheets (SDS) and their importance 03:06
    • 10: 4.1 Best practices for safe handling, transportation, and transfer of hazardous 03:09
    • 11: 4.2 Proper storage requirements 03:00
    • 12: 4.3 Emergency procedures and spill response protocols 03:02
    • 13: 5.1 Identifying appropriate personal protective equipment for different hazard 02:56
    • 14: 5.2 Proper selection, use, maintenance, and disposal of PPE 02:57
    • 15: 5.3 Training on PPE usage and compliance 02:55
    • 16: 6.1 Understanding the importance of health surveillance and monitoring for indiv 02:47
    • 17: 6.2 Recognizing early signs and symptoms of exposure-related health issues 01:02
    • 18: 6.3 Reporting and recording incidents, accidents, and near-misses 02:54
    • 19: 7.1 Raising awareness among employees about COSHH and hazardous substances 02:56
    • 20: 7.2 Providing comprehensive training on COSHH practices and procedures 03:02
    • 21: 7.3 Promoting a culture of safety and accountability in the workplace 02:58

Course media

Description

  1. Introduction to COSHH

- Overview of COSHH regulations and their purpose

- Understanding the responsibilities of employers and employees under COSHH

- Identifying common hazardous substances in the workplace

  1. Assessing and Controlling Risks

- Conducting risk assessments for hazardous substances

- Implementing control measures to minimize exposure and risks

- Safe systems of work and hierarchy of control measures

  1. Understanding Hazardous Substances

- Differentiating between hazardous substances, including chemicals, biological agents, and other harmful materials

- Understanding the potential health effects and routes of exposure

- Safety data sheets (SDS) and their importance in providing information on hazardous substances

  1. Safe Handling and Storage of Hazardous Substances

- Best practices for safe handling, transportation, and transfer of hazardous substances

- Proper storage requirements, including labeling, segregation, and incompatible substances

- Emergency procedures and spill response protocols

  1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

- Identifying appropriate personal protective equipment for different hazardous substances

- Proper selection, use, maintenance, and disposal of PPE

- Training on PPE usage and compliance

  1. Health Surveillance and Monitoring

- Understanding the importance of health surveillance and monitoring for individuals working with hazardous substances

- Recognizing early signs and symptoms of exposure-related health issues

- Reporting and recording incidents, accidents, and near-misses

  1. COSHH Awareness and Training

- Raising awareness among employees about COSHH and hazardous substances

- Providing comprehensive training on COSHH practices and procedures

- Promoting a culture of safety and accountability in the workplace

Who is this course for?

Completion of the COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Training course can lead to various career opportunities and roles that involve working with hazardous substances and ensuring workplace safety, including:

  • Health and Safety Officer/Manager: Overseeing health and safety practices in organizations, conducting risk assessments, implementing COSHH control measures, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Occupational Health Specialist: Providing expert advice and support to organizations regarding hazardous substances, conducting health risk assessments, and implementing health surveillance programs.
  • Laboratory Technician: Working in laboratories or research facilities, handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and following COSHH protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Environmental Health Officer: Conducting inspections and assessments in various workplaces, enforcing COSHH regulations, and providing guidance on safe handling and disposal of hazardous substances.
  • Facilities Manager: Managing the overall operations of facilities, including the implementation of COSHH procedures and the maintenance of safe working environments.
  • Manufacturing/Production Supervisor: Overseeing production processes in manufacturing facilities, ensuring compliance with COSHH requirements, and implementing safety measures for hazardous substances.

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience required

Career path

Officer: Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH, by conducting audits, inspections, and training programs to minimize risks associated with hazardous substances.

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