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Hazardous Substances: A Global Outlook

20 Minutes Short course General

How to recognise hazardous substances, the hazards they can create, the legislation and how they can enter the body.

Description

Hazardous substances can take the form of solids, liquids, gases and fumes within the workplace. Under COSHH, substances are classified according to their risk as toxic, very toxic, corrosive, harmful, or irritant. Learners will enjoy a grounding in where to find the relevant information on each hazardous substance, the meaning of hazardous substance symbols and what to do if a spillage occurs. This course looks at how to recognise hazardous substances, the hazards they can create, the legislation and how they can enter the body. It also looks at risk assessments, some control measures and how to deal with spillages.

Course Objectives

  • How to work safely with hazardous substances
  • Recognising hazardous substances and understanding their symbols
  • Where to find information about hazardous substances
  • The importance of a COSHH risk assessment
  • What to do in the event of a spillage

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