This short course introduces staff to a range of hazardous substances, the risks and controls available, and what to expect from a control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) assessment. It prepares them to contribute to the safer use of hazardous substances in their workplaces.
1 Definition and types
Defining what constitutes a substance hazardous to health in the workplace
Outlining the various types of hazardous substances
2 Health effects
Exploring the health effects caused by exposure to hazardous substances
Routes of entry - exploring how substances can enter the body and methods of prevention
3 Data
COSSH register
Data sheets
Risk assessments
Control options
4 Responsibilities
An overview of the responsibilities imposed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002