An introduction to the COSHH 2002 Regulation, tools to assist with the preparing your own COSHH (risk) assessments and clear guidance on the application of hazardous substance management in the workplace.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
All personnel responsible for COSHH assessment and management; individuals working in an environment that involves the handling of hazardous substances and the interpretation of COSHH assessments and safety data sheets. Health and safety professionals seeking a refresher in the Control of Substance Hazardous to Health Regulations.
What does the course cover?
Identification of applicable legislation, including CHIP (up to 2015), Classification, Labelling & Packaging (CLP) including relevant aspects of REACH.
Identifying hazardous substances
Identifying risks and appropriate controls
Immediate and long-term health effects
Health screening and exposure monitoring
An understanding of other risks associated with hazardous substances i.e. fire, explosion
Dealing with emergencies and spillages
Personal protective equipment – and its limitations
Hands-on practical development of COSHH assessments, designed to meet the needs of your workplace
What does my organisation get out of it?
The ability to extract required information from safety data sheets, and other sources, to enable the completion of COSHH (risk) assessments
The ability to prepare effective COSHH assessments
Knowledge required to implement a compliant COSHH management system suitable for your business
Tools and useful templates to prepare and implement hazardous substance information and training that meet your legal obligations and the needs of your workplace
To book a course to be held inhouse or to find out more information please call 01793 784 334.
For more information please download our COSHH & Risk Assessment Training flyer.