Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (C.O.S.H.H.) Awareness

 Who Should Attend

Those who require an understanding of the hazards associated with materials that may cause harm to a person’s health or safety.

Prerequisites

None

Aims

To provide learners with the knowledge and practical understanding required to safely handle, store, use, and manage hazardous substances in the workplace, in line with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.

Objectives

At the close of the course the candidate will be able to:

• Explain what COSHH is and why it is important
• Understand the need for legislation and Regulations
• Identify the by –products that they produce when working
• State the reasons for maintaining good personal hygiene
• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations R.I.D.D.O.R.
• State the action to be taken if a product label cannot be read or understood
• Identify hazardous substances commonly found in utility and construction environments
• Understand how exposure occurs and the health effects associated with hazardous substances
• Interpret COSHH labels, symbols, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Apply safe working practices to reduce risk
• Respond appropriately to spills, exposure, and emergencies
• Recognise employer and employee responsibilities under COSHH
• Produce a detailed COSHH Risk Assessment

Duration

½ Day