THE CONTROL OF SUBSTANCES HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH (COSHH) REGULATIONS 2002

COURSE AIMS

This course is intended to provide a delegate with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of the regulations, their purpose and implementation.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course the delegates will: -

• Be aware of the statutory duties within the COSHH Regulations
• Have a clear understanding of the principles of COSHH
• Be aware of the effects of substances in use and routes of entry into the body
• Be aware of the measures necessary to comply with the Regulations
• Be able to carry out a risk assessment prior to the use of any substance covered by the Regulations
• Be aware of the need to report and record relevant information

COURSE DURATION

One day.

PRE-REQUISITES

There are no particular educational or competence pre-requisites for the course. However, the following factors will benefit the delegate: -

• Sound numeric and literacy skills

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

This course is, unless otherwise specified by the client, classroom based and as such no PPE will be required.

CERTIFICATION

A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to the delegate on completion of the course.

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