All Courses for £49A COSHH assessor is someone who evaluates the risks from hazardous substances in the workplace, identifies the hazards, assesses exposure and recommends control measures under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
Overview Of COSHH Training for Assessors
The term “COSHH” refers to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, which places legal duties on employers and workers to control exposure to substances hazardous to health. In this context the COSHH Course teaches how to interpret, implement and audit those duties. In recent years the statistics highlight why this training matters: for example, UK data suggests that approximately 13,000 deaths annually are associated with past workplace exposure to dangerous substances such as dust or chemicals. In addition, over 500 hazardous substances are assigned workplace exposure limits (WELs) under COSHH-type control regimes.
As a result, enrolling in this COSHH Training not only enhances your competence but also supports workplace compliance and personal career growth. Furthermore, this COSHH Course is designed for professionals who wish to assess, monitor or manage hazardous substances in their environment.Finally, because this is a CPD-accredited training, including it on your CV signals to employers that you have committed to continuous professional development and specialist knowledge. This can therefore elevate your CV’s appeal and enhance your professional profile. Meanwhile, you’ll also benefit from 24/7 student support, meaning that whatever your time zone or schedule, guidance is available when you need it.
Description Of COSHH Training for Assessors
In this COSHH Training for Assessors, learners will engage with the following modules:
- COSHH Explained — learn what COSHH means, its purpose, scope and legal framework.
- COSHH Regulations — understand the specification of the legal requirements, employer and employee duties, enforcement and compliance.
- Health Problems Related to Hazardous Substances — explore how exposure affects health, what the common hazards are and how they manifest.
- Identifying Hazardous Substances — discover how to identify substances in your workplace, including interpretation of safety data sheets (SDS) and workplace exposure limits (WELs).
- COSHH Risk Assessments — learn how to carry out, review and update risk assessments in accordance with COSHH.
- Control Measures and Monitoring — examine how to apply control measures, monitor exposure, use engineering controls, and ensure compliance with WELs
- Implementing Control Measures — learn how to put into action the findings from risk assessments, enforce safe systems of work, train and supervise, and ensure ongoing review.
By the end of this COSHH Course, you will have the knowledge and tools to function effectively as an assessor of hazardous substances in a workplace context. Furthermore, you’ll be ready to support your organisation’s compliance proactively.
Learning Outcomes of COSHH Training:
After completing COSHH Training for Assessors, you will:
- Firstly, you will understand the scope and legal basis of COSHH regulation.
- Secondly, you will be able to recognise and classify hazardous substances in the workplace.
- Moreover, you will be able to interpret safety data sheets and identify workplace exposure limits.
- Furthermore, you will be capable of conducting a thorough COSHH risk assessment.
- In addition, you will know how to specify and implement appropriate control measures and monitoring.
- Finally, you will be equipped to review, update and maintain COSHH compliance in your role.
Why Choose Us?
- Firstly, COSHH course is accredited by the CPD Quality Standards.
- Additionally, you get lifetime access to the whole collection of the learning materials.
- Furthermore, there is an online test with immediate results.
- Moreover, enroling in the COSHH course has no additional cost.
- Hence, you can study and complete the course at your own pace.
- Finally, you can study for the course using any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or mobile device.
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QLS Endorsed Certificate of Achievement
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to order a QLS Endorsed HardCopy Certificate titled ‘Certificate in COSHH Training at QLS Level 3’, providing tangible proof of your newly acquired skills. These certificates are not just tokens; they can be a valuable addition to your CV, enhancing your employability and opening doors to a myriad of career opportunities in this field.
- £79 for addresses within the UK. Please note that delivery within the UK is free of charge.
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Endorsement
The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) has endorsed this course for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The QLS is a UK-based organisation that sets standards for non-regulated training and learning. This endorsement means that the course has been reviewed and approved by the QLS and meets the highest quality standards.
Who Is This Course For?
The COSHH Training for Assessors is ideal for:
- Firstly, this COSHH Training is ideal for professionals managing workplace safety and compliance.
- Moreover, it suits compliance officers who assess and monitor chemical safety.
- Furthermore, facilities managers will benefit from learning safe substance control.
- In addition, environmental specialists can strengthen their regulatory understanding.
- Similarly, maintenance managers can ensure safer operations and staff supervision.
- Finally, newly appointed assessors can confidently begin their COSHH career journey.
Requirements
The COSHH Training for Assessors course requires no prior degree or experience. Therefore, all you require is English proficiency, numeracy literacy, and a gadget with a stable internet connection. Consequently, you can learn and train for a prosperous career in the thriving and fast-growing industry, without any fuss.
Career Path Of COSHH Training
By completing the COSHH Training for Assessors, you can unlock a variety of career opportunities, including:
- Hazardous Substances Assessor
- COSHH Compliance Advisor
- Health & Safety Manager / Officer
- Environmental Health Practitioner
- Workplace Safety Consultant
- Facilities and Operations Manager
FAQs About COSHH Training
The 10 golden rules for COSHH include key practices such as using correct PPE, ensuring labels are legible, never mixing hazardous substances, storing only in marked containers, and keeping safety data sheets available.
The five steps generally are: Identify the hazards, Assess the risks, Control the risks, Record your findings, and Review the controls.
The COSHH Training for Assessors is a self-paced online course, allowing learners to study at their own convenience.
The three main regulatory duties under COSHH are: carrying out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment, preventing or controlling exposure where required, and providing health surveillance/training where necessary.
In general risk assessment terms the “5 Rs” (or 5 steps) are: Identify Risks, Analyse Risks, Evaluate or Rank Risks, Treat Risks (or implement control measures), and Monitor & Review Risks.
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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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