COSHH Assessor 1 day

This course contains a number of assessments to be completed by the delegates enabling them to carry out process based COSHH assessments in their workplace to meet the requirements of the Regulations.

An awareness of the principles of Risk Assessment would be advantageous prior to commencement of the course.

COSHH awareness

· Principles of assessments

· Gathering information on the substance, the work and working practices

· Evaluating the risks to health

· Action required

· Control methods

· Recording the assessment

· Reviewing the assessment

· Practical assessment exercises

· Written assessment

· Legislation including:

· The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

· Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002

· GB MCL (Mandatory Classification List Regulations)

· Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

· Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992

· Occupational Exposure Limits EH40

· Dangerous Substances Explosive Atmosphere Regulations (DSEAR) 2002

· UK Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restrictions of Chemicals (REACH)

· Control of Major Accident Hazard Regulations (COMAH) 2015

1 day