Event Description
Substances hazardous to health can be found in nearly all working environments from high-risk environments to shops and offices. You don’t have to work in a chemical or manufacturing industry to be exposed to hazardous substances. For example, everyday household cleaning products are frequently used in workplaces.
The modules included are:
1: Module 1 – Introduction
Presenter Introduction
Course Objectives
2: Module 2
Hazardous Substances
Health Risks
Relevant Legislation
Employer Responsibilities
Employee Responsibilities
3: Module 3
Hazard Symbols
New Hazard Symbols
Hazard Pictograms
Read the Label
Identifying Substances
Safety Data Sheets
4: Module 4
Hazardous Substances and the Body
Health Effects
Health Conditions
Dermatitis
What Causes Dermatitis?
What are the Symptoms?
Control Measures
Occupational Asthma
Asthma Symptoms & Control Measures
Cancer
Asbestos
Control Measures
5: Module 5
Risk Assessment
Hierarchy of Control Measures
What Can I do?
Read Labels
Personal Hygiene
Good Housekeeping
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safe Storage Systems
General Safe Storage
Disposal of Hazardous Substances
Emergencies
Report Symptoms
Course Conclusion
Assessment
Dates
- CoSHH
20/11/2020 - 31/12/2059
12:40 pm - 11:55 pm