Course Duration: 25+ minutes
This IIRSM-approved online COSHH Training course equips workers with an essential awareness of COSHH requirements.
The course covers the safety principles all workers at risk of exposure to hazardous substances must comply with. This includes guidance on hazardous substance handling, storage and disposal, as well as emergency procedures for accidental exposure.
| Course Duration | 25+ 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:
Explains types of hazardous substances and the health risks they pose.
Underlines the importance of identifying hazardous substances at work.
Describes general safety principles of safe handling and disposal.
Highlights how hazardous substances spread via skin contact and demonstrates correct hand-washing procedure.
Emphasises the importance of following set procedures in case of an emergency.
Highlights the need to report accidents, near misses and health problems.
Provides additional tips to reduce the risk of exposure.
The course certificate includes:
An IIRSM-approved COSHH awareness training 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.
Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, employers must assess and manage hazardous substance risks in their workplace. As part of this duty, employers must provide safety training to employees at risk of exposure to hazardous substances.
Failing to follow COSHH guidelines significantly increases health risks. Based on the substance and type of exposure, workers can suffer:
This COSHH awareness training course ensures workers recognise the risks posed by hazardous substances and understand the principles of working safely with them.
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations set out what must be done to protect workers from exposure to harmful substances.
Under these regulations, employers must ensure hazardous substances at work are identified and the risks they present are adequately assessed and controlled.
This duty includes training employees on hazardous substance health risks and the precautions that must be taken to protect against harmful exposure.
Failure to comply with COSHH can lead to serious health consequences for employees, as well as legal and financial penalties for employers.
This COSHH awareness e-learning course helps workers understand the dangers hazardous substances pose and the safety principles they must comply with.
COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. It refers to a set of regulations that require employers to identify and control hazardous substances at work.
This Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Training course raises awareness of hazardous substance risks and safe working practices. It covers COSHH principles and guidance on the safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
This course is suitable for anyone who may come into contact with hazardous substances at work, including construction workers, manufacturing personnel, laboratory technicians, cleaning staff, healthcare professionals and agricultural workers.
COSHH training helps workers manage the risks associated with hazardous substances and ensure compliance with the regulations.
Yes. Under COSHH, training and instruction must be provided to workers at risk of exposure to hazardous substances. Workers must understand the hazards they face and what’s been done to protect them.
This course provides a general awareness of hazardous substance risks and safety principles. This awareness can help workers recognise risks and apply the correct measures to protect themselves during their daily tasks.
The benefits include increased awareness of hazardous substances, improved safety practices, reduced risk of accidents and better compliance with regulations.
The course highlights different types of hazardous substances and the health risks they pose. It also covers COSHH principles and offers guidance on safe handling and disposal procedures.
Absolutely. Individuals can purchase and take the course to better understand the risks and safety measures associated with hazardous substances.
Yes, you can purchase the course and enrol others, making it a good option for employers looking to train their staff.
You can start the course immediately after registration.
This is a single-module course and takes about 25 minutes to complete.
Yes. After successfully completing the COSHH course and assessment, you’ll receive an IIRSM-approved certificate.
All Human Focus courses are accredited or approved by an independent health and safety body to guarantee quality and accuracy. This course is assured by IIRSM (the International Institute of Risk & Safety Management).
This course is priced at £25 +VAT for a single trainee. Discounted prices are available if you’re looking to make a volume purchase. Speak to one of our sales team to learn more.
Absolutely. You can explore the e-learning platform, get course previews and see how easy online training can be. Speak to one of our sales team or click here to arrange your free trial of our online COSHH training.
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