COSHH Assessor Training

Using chemicals or other hazardous substances at work can put people’s health at risk. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) require every employer to identify the substances in use at the workplace and to ‘assess’ whether they present a risk to employed persons. Such assessments must be recorded and any risks prevented or controlled. This course covers the statutory requirements, the process of assessment and the methods and monitoring of control strategies.

Who should attend?

Everyone involved in completing or assisting with workplace risk assessment.

Key topics

COSHH Regulations

REACH

CPL

Forms of Chemical Agents

Forms of Biological Agents

Routes of Entry into the Body

Exposure Limits

Classification of Substances Hazardous to Health

Symbols

Typical of Health hazards

Specific Agents causing Health Hazards

Employers Responsibilities

COSHH Assessment

Employee Responsibilities

Body Defenses

Measurement

Control of Hazards

Hierarchy of control Measures

Engineering Controls

Respiratory Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

Health Surveillance

Environmental Protection Act (EPA)

Course Structure and Delivery Methods

The course comprises lectures and group exercises. It aims to equip the delegates with the appropriate knowledge and practical skills which will enable them to make effective workplace COSHH assessments with confidence.