Introduction
Hazardous substances and materials may be found in any workplace. These substances can range from those that can cause death or serious injury if inhaled, to those that can cause skin reactions.
The legal requirements that govern hazardous substances are far-reaching and at times complex.
Course Objectives
It gives learners the knowledge and skills to recognise the risks associated with hazardous substances and how to control them.
Course Content
This course includes the law relating to hazardous substances in the workplace, how risk assessments contribute to the safe use of hazardous substances in the workplace and the precautions and procedures necessary to ensure that risks associated with hazardous substances are properly controlled.
Presentation, classroom discussion and classroom activities.
This qualification is assessed through a 15-question multiple-choice examination. The duration of the examination is 30 minutes.
Successful learners must achieve a score of at least 10 out of 15.
Successful learners receive COSHH certificates from Highfield.
