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COSHH Awareness

Our Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Awareness training is suitable for anybody who needs to be aware of the risks presented by hazardous substances in the workplace, giving learners an understanding of COSHH Regulations 2002 and covers safe usage of such substances, chemicals or biological agents. Exposure to harmful substances can result in severe injuries or potentially fatal diseases, so employers are legally required to meet COSHH regulations. The HSE states that employers must provide information, training and instruction for employees who work with substances hazardous to health.

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About the COSHH Awareness training course

On completion of this online Control of Substances Hazardous to Healthy (COSHH) training course you will be aware of the COSHH regulations 2002 and European CLP regulations for compliance purposes, understand how to carry out a COSHH risk assessment, have a working knowledge of the appropriate COSHH safety procedures, be able to define hazardous substances and understand the types of these hazardous substances, understand the dangerous effects that these hazardous substances can have on health or the environment and know the different COSHH symbols. 

If you manage or oversee workers who could encounter hazardous substances or if you're required to work with any hazardous substances as part of your day-to-day job, then you need COSHH training. COSHH applies to all industries and workplaces that employ harmful substances, including catering, baking, beauty and hairdressing, cleaning, agriculture, engineering, motor vehicle repair and so on. 

It's estimated that exposure to hazardous substances account for around 650,000 deaths every year worldwide. COSHH training will give your staff the skills and knowledge to stay safe when working with substances that could be potentially harmful to their health and, in turn, your business. 

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COSHH Awareness Training course learning outcomes

On completion of this COSHH Awareness online training course, either by e-learning or webinars, learners should know and understand the following:  
 
  • COSHH regulations 2002, European CLP regulations & regulatory compliance 
    Be aware of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations 2002 and European CLP regulations for compliance purposes.
  • COSHH risk assessment & Safety procedures
    Understand how to carry out a COSHH risk assessment and know the appropriate COSHH safety procedures.
  • COSHH Symbols 
    Learn and understand what the different COSHH symbols mean.
  • Learning and defining hazardous substances 
    Learn and define hazardous substances and understand the types hazardous substances in the workplace.
  • Effects on health 
    Understand the dangerous effects that these hazardous substances can have on someone's health or the environment.
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What is COSHH and what does COSHH stand for?

COSHH stands for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 

COSHH is a set of regulations that help protect the employees’ health when working with substances and materials that may pose a risk to their health, the health of others or to the environment.  The term COSHH stands for 'Control of Substances Hazardous to Health'.  

Under the COSHH regulations 2002, employers are required to either prevent, reduce or control exposure to hazardous substances in order to prevent harm. If this is breached by either an employer or employee, you can be punishable by an unlimited fine.  

The ‘substances’ part of COSHH includes any form of hazardous material, including liquids, solids, fumes, dust, vapours and gases. The ‘hazardous’ part includes damage to lungs, skin, nose, mouth, genes, internal organs, eyes or central nervous system as well as the risk of injury due to combustion or explosion. It's best to carry out a COSHH assessment if you have hazardous substances in your workplace to help identify them. 

What are the 10 golden rules of COSHH?

The 10 golden rules of COSHH are: 

  1. Read the labels carefully and follow the instructions.
  2. Wear the appropriate protective clothing (PPE).
  3. Don't mix chemicals - mixing chemicals can kill.
  4. Never put chemicals into unmarked containers.
  5. Never put chemicals into bottles/containers that have other uses e.g.eating or drinking. 
  6. Know what first aid treatment is required if you spill chemicals on yourself or others.
  7. Store all chemicals safely.
  8. Report any damaged or faulty containers and spills.
  9. Follow the safety rules and develop safe working practices in the workplace.
  10. Report anything wrong to your supervisor.

It's important employers and employees follow these to ensure everyone's safety and health in the workplace.

Who is required to have COSHH training and is COSHH training a legal requirement?

The HSE state that employers must provide training, information and instruction for any employees who work with substances hazardous to health. This is the final step in the eight basic measures that should be taken to comply with COSHH regulations. If employees don't know what substances are hazardous, or how to use them, then control measures put in place won't be effective.  

Our COSHH training course ensures your employees are properly informed and trained in COSHH, including why it's important, COSHH assessments, COSHH legislation and the types of hazardous substances. 

What are the 8 steps of COSHH? The 8 steps of COSHH are:
  1. COSHH Risk Assessment - identify the hazardous substances present in your workplace and consider the risks to people's health.
  2. Decide what the precautions are and how to prevent harm to health.
  3. Prevention or adequately controlling exposure.
  4. Ensuring the control measures are used and maintained properly.
  5. Monitoring the exposure of employees to hazardous substances.
  6. Carrying out appropriate health surveillance where your COSHH assessment has shown this is necessary.
  7. Preparing plans and procedures for emergencies.
  8. Last but not least, ensuring all employees are properly informed, trained and supervised.
These all help prevent or reduce employee's exposure to hazardous substances. Our COSHH training course will provide your staff with the suitable and sufficient information and training needed.
What are the COSHH symbols? COSHH symbols tell you about the type of hazard a substance presents and may be classified as one or more of the following types:
  1. Explosives
  2. Flammable
  3. Oxidising
  4. Gas under pressure
  5. Corrosive
  6. Toxic
  7. Health hazards
  8. Serious health hazards
  9. Dangerous for the environment
How long does COSHH training last?

How often you need COSHH training varies from one business to another, there is no legal time limit on COSHH certificates. 

However, based on industry guidelines, it's best to refresh your knowledge yearly. 

 

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COSHH Awareness training course delivery methods

Our online COSHH training courses are available 24/7, anytime, anywhere. Perfect for staff with busy schedules or difficult shift patterns.

• Study when you want 
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• Study anywhere you want on any device 

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Complete Course Complete the COSHH training course you purchased in the delivery method you chose. 
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Become Certified Great! Now you're certified and can download your COSHH certificates from the portal. 

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