Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

In any British workplace—from the local bakery to a high-end engineering firm—safety is paramount. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations are not just a bureaucratic hurdle; they are a vital set of recommendations established by the HSE to protect employees from occupational accidents and chronic health risks.

Our COSHH Online Course is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of how to manage hazardous substances safely and legally. Whether you are a business owner, a designated safety officer, or an employee handling cleaning agents, this course walks you through the essential steps of identifying toxic substances and assessing the risks they pose.

What You Will Learn

• The Fundamentals of COSHH: Understand the legal definitions and the scope of the 1988 HSE recommendations.
• Hazard Identification: Learn to spot dangerous substances, including chemicals, fumes, dusts, and biological agents.
• Risk Assessment Mastery: Follow a five-step process to identify who is at risk and how to mitigate those dangers.
• The Hierarchy of Control: Master the priority of safety measures, from elimination and substitution to engineering controls and PPE.
• Legal Responsibilities: Deep dive into the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the specific duties of employers and employees.
• Emergency Planning: How to prepare for accidental leakages, spillages, or releases.

Why Should You Take This Course?

• Legal Compliance: Avoid the risk of prosecution and heavy fines by meeting your statutory obligations under UK law.
• Health Protection: Prevent life-changing illnesses such as occupational asthma, cancer, and organ damage.
• Reduced Costs: Minimise the £16.2 billion annual cost of workplace injuries and illness by reducing lost working days.
• Enhanced Morale: Create a workplace where staff feel cared for, leading to increased engagement and productivity.
• Practical Skills: Gain hands-on knowledge of CLP regulations and how to read Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Who This Course Is For

• Business Owners & Employers: To ensure they are meeting their legal duty of care.
• Health & Safety Officers: Looking for a refresher or a formal qualification in COSHH management.
• Self-Employed Individuals: Particularly those in trade industries like cleaning, baking, or engineering.
• Supervisors & Team Leaders: Responsible for monitoring staff health and equipment maintenance.
• Employees: Anyone who works with or near potentially hazardous substances daily.