COSHH stands for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002. It helps employers and employees identify, assess, and control risks associated with hazardous substances to protect health and maintain workplace safety.
Key Features of COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course
- Price: Guaranteed Low Price + 14 Day Money Back Guarantee
- Level: Level 3
- Course Type: 100% Online Course
- Syllabus: 7 Course Modules
- Duration: 8 Hours, 33 Minutes Guided Classes
- Exams: Assessment Included
- Accreditation: Instant CPD Certification After Completing the Course
- Certificate: CPD Accredited Digital Certificate - Included FREE
- Tutor Support: Support Included
- Access: Lifetime Access
- Compatibility: Any Browser Device
Course Overview
Working with hazardous substances is a common part of many workplaces, but without the right knowledge and controls, these substances can pose serious risks to health and safety. This COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course provides essential training on how to identify, assess, control, and manage hazardous substances in line with UK workplace safety requirements.
Throughout the course, you will gain a thorough understanding of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002, including your responsibilities as an employer, manager, supervisor, or employee. You will learn how to identify hazardous substances, recognise potential health risks, conduct COSHH risk assessments, implement effective control measures, and monitor workplace safety practices.
The course also explores common health problems linked to hazardous substances, COSHH symbols and classifications, risk reduction strategies, and best practices for handling, storing, and controlling potentially harmful materials. These skills are essential for maintaining safe working environments and supporting legal compliance across a wide range of industries.
Whether you work in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, cleaning, facilities management, education, or any environment where hazardous substances are present, this course will provide the practical knowledge needed to protect yourself, your colleagues, and your organisation.
Study at your own pace and develop the confidence to carry out COSHH risk assessments, implement effective control measures, and contribute to safer, more compliant workplaces.
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Who Should Take This COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course?
This COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course is suitable for anyone responsible for handling, storing, monitoring, or managing hazardous substances in the workplace. It is designed to help individuals understand their legal responsibilities, reduce workplace risks, and promote safer working environments.
This course is ideal for:
- Health and Safety Officers responsible for workplace compliance and risk management.
- Managers and Supervisors overseeing employees who work with hazardous substances.
- Construction Workers and Site Supervisors handling chemicals, dust, fumes, and other hazardous materials.
- Factory and Manufacturing Employees working with potentially harmful substances and processes.
- Healthcare Professionals and Hospital Staff exposed to chemicals, cleaning products, and medical substances.
- Agricultural and Farming Workers using pesticides, fertilisers, and other hazardous products.
- Facilities Management, Cleaning, and Maintenance Staff handling cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Leisure Facility Employees, including those working in swimming pools and recreational centres.
- Business Owners and Employers responsible for ensuring COSHH compliance within their organisations.
No previous experience is required, making this course suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals seeking to improve their understanding of COSHH regulations, workplace safety, and hazardous substance risk management.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course, you will be able to:
- Understand the purpose, requirements, and importance of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations 2002.
- Explain the responsibilities of employers and employees when working with hazardous substances.
- Identify the different types of substances covered under COSHH regulations.
- Recognise COSHH symbols, warning labels, and safety information used in the workplace.
- Understand the short-term and long-term health risks associated with hazardous substances.
- Assess workplace hazards and identify potential sources of exposure to harmful chemicals and materials.
- Conduct effective COSHH risk assessments and develop suitable risk management plans.
- Implement appropriate control measures to reduce or eliminate workplace risks.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of control measures and workplace safety procedures.
- Understand the importance of health surveillance and employee wellbeing when working with hazardous substances.
- Promote safe handling, storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Contribute to a safer, more compliant workplace by applying COSHH best practices and risk management principles.
Upon completion, you will have the knowledge and practical understanding required to identify hazardous substances, carry out COSHH risk assessments, implement control measures, and support workplace health and safety compliance.
Certificate of Achievement
Upon successful completion of the COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course, you will receive a CPDQS-accredited digital certificate that recognises your achievement and demonstrates your knowledge of COSHH regulations, hazardous substance management, workplace risk assessment, control measures, and health and safety compliance.
This certification can help strengthen your CV, support career progression, and demonstrate your commitment to maintaining safe, compliant, and responsible working environments across a wide range of industries.
What You Will Receive
- CPDQS Accredited Digital Certificate
- Digital Transcript of Achievement
- Instant Certificate Access After Successful Completion
- Lifetime Access to Course Materials
Your digital certificate will be available immediately after successfully completing the course and assessment. You may also request a printed certificate, which can be delivered by post for a small shipping fee.
Whether you work in construction, healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, facilities management, cleaning services, or any industry where hazardous substances are present, this certification provides recognised evidence of your knowledge of COSHH compliance and workplace risk management.
Assessment
To successfully complete the COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course, learners are required to complete an online assessment at the end of the training.
Assessment Features
- Online Multiple-Choice Assessment covering the key topics included in the course.
- Instant Results with automatic marking and immediate feedback.
- Unlimited Retakes if you do not achieve a passing score on your first attempt.
- Flexible Completion allowing you to take the assessment whenever you feel prepared.
- No Additional Fees as the assessment is included within the course price.
The assessment is designed to evaluate your understanding of COSHH regulations, hazardous substances, workplace risk assessments, control measures, health risks, monitoring procedures, and workplace compliance requirements.
Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to receive your CPDQS-accredited certificate and digital transcript of achievement.
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Frequently Asked Questions -
This course is suitable for anyone who works with or manages hazardous substances, including employees, supervisors, managers, business owners, and health and safety professionals across various industries.
You will learn how to identify hazardous substances, understand COSHH regulations, carry out risk assessments, implement control measures, monitor workplace risks, and maintain compliance with health and safety requirements.
No prior experience is required. The course is designed for both beginners and experienced professionals who want to improve their understanding of COSHH regulations and workplace risk management.
Yes. The course is CPDQS accredited and demonstrates your commitment to workplace health and safety. It can support professional development and help strengthen your CV in compliance-focused roles.
Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPDQS-accredited digital certificate and a digital transcript of achievement. A printed certificate may also be available upon request.
Yes. The course is delivered entirely online and can be accessed from a computer, tablet, or smartphone. You can study whenever it suits your schedule and complete the training at your own pace.
Course Curriculum
| COSHH Training for Assessors | |||
| COSHH Explained | 00:40:00 | ||
| COSHH Regulations | 00:34:00 | ||
| Health Problems Related to Hazardous Substances | 00:29:00 | ||
| Identifying Hazardous Substances | 00:25:00 | ||
| COSHH Risk Assessments | 00:39:00 | ||
| Control Measures and Monitoring | 00:29:00 | ||
| Implementing Control Measures | 00:22:00 | ||
| COSHH Training for Assessors - Old Version | |||
| Module 1: What Are the Substances Hazardous to Health? | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 2: Key Requirements of the COSHH Regulations | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 3: COSHH Risk Assessment | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 4: Prevention or Control of Exposure to Substances Hazardous to Health | 00:45:00 | ||
| Module 5: Use, Maintenance, Examination, and Testing of Control Measures | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 6: Monitoring Exposure at the Workplace | 00:25:00 | ||
| Module 7: Health Surveillance | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 8: Information, Instruction and Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 9: Arrangements to Deal with Accidents, Incidents and Emergencies | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 10: Schedules | 00:45:00 | ||
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