Derwent Safety Centre

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Duration	1 Day
Intended For	Employees from any organisation who need to be aware of the COSHH hazards within the workplace and work activities.
Course Aims	The course will enable employees, supervisors or managers to identify substances in use at the workplace and to 'assess' whether they present a risk, the requirements to record assessments and control measures.
Course Objectives	On completion of the course delegates will be able to: - Identify substances to which COSHH Regulations apply - Assess the risks from their use - Identify options for improving the control of those risks - Carry out an assessment
Course Content	As follows: - What are Hazardous Substances - Recognition of the Risks to Health of Hazardous Toxicology - Routes of Entry into the Body - Target Organs and Systems - Maximum Exposure Limits - Occupational Exposure Standards - Methods of Containment - Methods of Monitoring - COSHH 1999 Regulations - COSHH Assessments - Management Responsibilities - Health Surveillance
Presentation	The course content will be introduced via formal presentation and participative training techniques, using visual aids and practical exercises to confirm understanding.