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COSHH Training

Last Update 19 June, 2026
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COSHH Training
$49.00
  • Level Intermediate
  • Duration 3 Hours
  • Lectures 24
  • Language English
  • Access 1 Year

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Course overview

Hazardous substances can create serious workplace risks when they are not identified, assessed, stored, handled, or controlled properly. Exposure to harmful chemicals may lead to illness, injury, environmental concerns, and compliance issues for workers, supervisors, and employers.

This course introduces hazardous substances, COSHH regulations, health hazards, fatal chemical identification, risk assessment practices, the Globally Harmonised System, control measures, and the use of COSHH handbook guidance in workplace settings.

Learners will gain awareness of how to recognize hazardous substances, understand chemical risk information, support safer control measures, and follow responsible workplace procedures. Certification is provided upon successful completion of the course.

 

Key topics included

  • Understanding hazardous substances and COSHH regulatory principles

  • Recognizing health hazards linked to dangerous chemicals

  • Identifying fatal chemicals and chemical exposure risks

  • Conducting COSHH risk assessments using structured workplace methods

  • Understanding the Globally Harmonised System for hazard communication

  • Applying control measures and COSHH handbook guidance

Entry requirements

  • There are no formal academic prerequisites for this course. Learners should have basic English reading and comprehension skills to understand chemical safety information, workplace procedures, labels, and assessment materials. A responsible attitude toward health and safety, awareness of workplace hazards, and willingness to follow control measures are recommended for successful participation.

Who is this course for

This course is suitable for employees, supervisors, managers, business owners, cleaners, maintenance workers, laboratory staff, warehouse personnel, manufacturing teams, health and safety representatives, and anyone who may handle or work near hazardous substances. It supports safer chemical handling, risk awareness, and responsible workplace procedures.

Certification

Certificate

Curriculum

24 3 Hours
  • WHMIS Foundations and Worker Protection
  • Labels, SDSs, and Hazard Communication
  • Exposure Routes and Health Effects
  • Risk Control and Safe Work Practices
  • Canadian Compliance and Workplace Responsibilities
  • Emergency Response and Continuous Improvement
  • COSHH Training Final Exam

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is open to employees, supervisors, managers, business owners, health and safety personnel, and workplace learners who may work with or near hazardous substances. It is suitable for individuals who need awareness of chemical hazards and safe handling responsibilities.
You will learn about hazardous substances, COSHH regulations, health hazards, fatal chemical identification, risk assessments, the Globally Harmonised System, and workplace control measures. The course also explains how COSHH handbook guidance supports safer chemical management practices.
Hazardous substances can cause serious health risks when exposure is not properly controlled. This training helps workers and workplace leaders recognize chemical hazards, understand risk assessment requirements, apply control measures, and support safer handling, storage, and emergency awareness.
Yes. The course supports improved workplace practices by helping learners identify hazardous substances, understand chemical risk information, follow control measures, and use COSHH guidance more effectively. These skills can contribute to safer handling, stronger awareness, and better workplace compliance habits.
Yes. Certification is provided upon successful completion of the course and any required assessments. The certificate demonstrates your understanding of the key principles and practical applications covered in the training.