COSHH

Course summary

The COSHH awareness course provides a general awareness and understanding of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations, giving employees a sound understanding of their COSHH responsibilities for controlling hazardous substances. This includes understanding the routes of entry into the body, the risk of exposure and likely effects and the principles of control measures.  

What are the benefits of the course?

• List the steps to COSHH assessment 
• Identifythe likely routes of entry into the body  
• Use a COSHH data sheet in relation to risk assessment
• Identify the chemical, biological and physical hazards in the workplace 
• Understand Hazard Symbols • Implement the practical use of control measures
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment.

Who is the course suitable for?

H&S co-ordinator, heads of department, teaching staff, non-teaching staff, caretakers and site managers.