COSHH Control of Substances Hazourdous to Health

Description
Almost all employers in manufacturing, processing, distribution, retailing and service provision must comply with the COSHH regulations.

Program
Course objectives/key benefits:
On completion, delegates will have acquired a sound knowledge of the framework of the COSHH regulations and their practical applications in the workplace. They will be capable of completing and reviewing COSHH risk assessments in a variety of situations, assisting them to implement appropriate workplace policies.
Who the course is aimed at:
· Management/Supervisors at all levels
· Personnel who are responsible for COSHH risk assessments or implementing COSHH.
Course content:
· The purpose of COSHH and the areas it covers
· Use of hazard data sheets
· The COSHH framework
· How to complete an assessment
· The variety of control strategies
· When to carry out air monitoring and health surveillance
· How to use the Health and Safety Executive 'COSHH Essentials'
· An overview of the new REACH regulations
Course tutor:
David Holliday
Training method:
Seminar.
Course outcome/qualification:
Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Principles of COSHH Certificate.
Pre-requisite knowledge/qualification:
None.