Course Duration: 35+ minutes
This IIRSM-approved COMAH Training course ensures workers are aware of the Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 2015 and its significant requirements.
The course outlines employees’ duties under COMAH, with guidance on maintaining safety and compliance in frontline roles. Users will be equipped to recognise major accident hazards and support the implementation of control measures required by COMAH Regulations.
| Course Duration | 35+ minutes |
|---|---|
| Approval body | IIRSM |
| Format | Fully online training |
| Assessment | Multiple choice |
| Certification | Same-day digital certificate |
| Certificate Valid For | 3 years |
This course contains the following sections:
Outlines the purpose, scope and principles of COMAH Regulations.
Underlines why COMAH matters with real-life examples of non-compliance.
Covers hazard identification, COMAH thresholds and employee roles.
Explains the hierarchy of risk control and its application under COMAH.
Describes relevant engineering controls like containment, ventilation and explosion-proof equipment.
Introduces the three essential elements of safety management and their implications for frontline workers.
Outlines the objectives and requirements of emergency plans for various COMAH sites.
Highlights the importance of safety training and defines the concept of competency, with guidance on how competency can be developed.
Outlines personal protection equipment types and guidelines for use, including limitations.
The course certificate includes:
An IIRSM-approved certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete an assessment before earning their certification.
The end-of-course test is:
A score of 80% is required to pass.
Workers in industries such as chemical manufacturing, oil and gas and pharmaceuticals face serious risks from dangerous substances, including toxic chemicals and flammable materials.
Under COMAH, organisations must identify these hazards, conduct risk assessments and implement the necessary control measures to prevent major accidents.
Our IIRSM-approved training course explains employee duties under COMAH. Workers will understand their responsibilities to identify and control major hazards, as well as report incidents and follow agreed safety management systems.
This COMAH awareness is essential for ensuring compliance and preventing major accidents. After completing the course, workers will be better equipped to effectively implement control measures, spot gaps in safety systems and meet COMAH requirements.
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