Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Course
Master COSHH safety, risk assessment, and compliance—essential training for managing hazardous substances worldwide.
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About this event
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) course is designed to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for safely managing hazardous substances in any workplace environment. This course demystifies COSHH regulations and equips professionals with the ability to identify, assess, and control exposure to harmful substances that could cause serious health issues if mismanaged.
Through this detailed course, learners will explore essential health and safety practices, understand legal responsibilities, and master the tools necessary to carry out thorough COSHH risk assessments. From pinpointing hazardous materials to applying the most effective control measures, this curriculum follows a structured path for improving workplace safety, reducing incidents, and ensuring compliance with global health and safety standards.
The course is suitable for individuals across a wide range of industries, including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, laboratories, cleaning services, and more. Whether you are a new employee, safety officer, supervisor, or manager, this course provides you with up-to-date knowledge to keep both yourself and others safe.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the core principles behind COSHH health and safety standards.
- Identify and classify hazardous substances in workplace environments effectively.
- Interpret and apply COSHH regulations to ensure legal compliance worldwide.
- Conduct accurate and detailed COSHH risk assessments in any industry.
- Implement appropriate control measures to minimize exposure and harm.
- Monitor and review safety procedures to improve long-term workplace health.
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Course Curriculum
Module 01: COSHH Explained
This module introduces COSHH, its purpose, and the importance of managing hazardous substances. Learn about the key responsibilities of employers and employees, the concept of exposure limits, and why COSHH compliance is vital in maintaining a safe working environment.
Module 02: COSHH Regulations
Delve into the legal framework behind COSHH. Understand your obligations under the law, global compliance requirements, and key legislations that influence hazardous substance control. This module also covers the enforcement powers of safety regulators.
Module 03: Health Problems Related to Hazardous Substances
Explore the short- and long-term health effects of exposure to hazardous substances. This module covers respiratory issues, skin conditions, eye injuries, and systemic damage, using real-life case studies to highlight potential risks.
Module 04: Identifying Hazardous Substances
Learn how to recognize and classify hazardous substances in different forms—gases, vapors, liquids, solids, dust, and fumes. This module also teaches how to interpret labels, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and signage.
Module 05: COSHH Risk Assessments
Master the steps for carrying out a COSHH risk assessment. Learn how to evaluate exposure risks, assess who might be harmed, determine required control measures, and record findings systematically.
Module 06: Control Measures and Monitoring
Understand how to apply practical and legal control measures to minimize exposure. Explore engineering controls, personal protective equipment (PPE), substitution, containment, and ventilation systems. Learn about ongoing monitoring techniques.
Module 07: Implementing Control Measures
This final module focuses on how to enforce and maintain control measures in real-world situations. Topics include employee training, routine inspections, audit checklists, and updating procedures in response to new risks.
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Disclaimer:
This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.
Frequently asked questions
No, this is a fully online self-paced course, allowing you to complete it at your convenience, anytime, anywhere.
Once you purchase the ticket, we will assign you to the course within 48 hours and send your login details via email.
This is a self-paced course, so you can work through the material at your own speed.
Yes, we provide both a digital and a hard copy certificate free of charge. However, Hardcopy Certificate shipping costs apply—£3.99 within the UK and £10 for international addresses.
Yes, you will have lifetime access to the course and can revisit it anytime.
Yes, this course is designed for beginners, and no prior knowledge is required.
You will receive 24/7 learning assistance throughout your course.
No, you don’t need any special equipment. The course is self-paced and accessible on a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
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