Objective

This course is aimed at delegates who are responsible for Assessing the safe use of substances within the workplace, and all other responsibilities under the COSHH regulations and code of practice. Delegates will be provided specific techniques which should be used when assessing usage of substances, reporting their findings and also of the further action required to be taken. This course is a combination of both theory and practical

Target Group

With by far, the majority of companies having provided COSHH awareness training for their staff, many have already put in place COSHH assessors. COSHH assessors provide the important link within the safety management system, thereby minimising the potential harm to people. At RelyOn Nutec Onsite, we have carefully engineered an assessors training package, which has the flexibility for adjustment to suit your requirements.

Prerequisites

Not applicable for this course

Examination

On Successful completion of this course delegates will have a greater knowledge and understanding of the COSHH code of practice and their responsibilities as a COSHH Assessor and monitoring the safe use of substances.

Course Contents

Update on the COSHH legislation and codes of practice.
The effects of contamination.
The need to control hazardous substances.
Responsibility for the assessment.
Selection of the assessors.
COSHH risk assessment and techniques.
The findings of your assessment.
What further actions to take.
Monitoring of the safe use of substances.
Health surveillance.