Course Aims

To increase the awareness of delegates to the implications of the COSHH Regulations 1988 and of their duties under these regulations.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training programme, delegates will be able to;

1) Interpret the COSHH Regulations 2002.

2) Relate the regulations to their own duties at work.

3) Undertake the steps necessary to control risks created by exposure to substances hazardous to health.

4) Keep suitable records of risk assessments and monitoring arrangements as directed by the regulations.

Who will benefit from this training course?

Anyone with an interest in the subject but particularly those likely to carry out risk assessments.

Course Outline

Background to the Regulations.
The principals of risk assessments.
Health and Safety arrangements.
Basic toxicology.
The COSHH assessment.
Control measures.
Maintenance, monitoring, health surveillance and record keeping requirements.

Training Methods
Lectures, discussions and practical exercises.

Course length 1 Day