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Course overview
This COSHH Awareness course is intended to empower individuals to critically examine their job duties and collaborate appropriately to ensure the safe handling of hazardous materials. It promotes a sense of responsibility and awareness of the potential risks associated.
Gain insight into the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations, including why tests are required and what information they must contain. Investigate chemical dangers, their potential consequences, and the factors influencing the chance of injury. Learn how to select the best options for limiting exposure to hazardous materials in a variety of administrative center settings.
What will I learn?
- 1. Definition and Types of Substances Hazardous to Health in the Workplace
- 2. Health Effects of Hazardous Substances and their Causes
- 3. COSHH Assessments and Control Options
- 4. Responsibilities imposed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations
- 5. Forms of Chemical and Biological Agents
- 6. Classification of Substances / Routes of Entry / Health Hazards of Specific Agents
- 7. Workplace Exposure Limits and other sources of information
- 8. Control Measures / Surveys for Health Risks
- 9. Environmental Issues
Requirements
- Advanced Diploma in Offshore, Rig, Oil and Gas Safety Engineering.
- Diploma in Offshore Safety. Diploma in Construction Safety. Diploma in Food Safety.
FAQs
- 1. What is COSHH Awareness training?
COSHH Awareness training teaches candidates how to identify hazardous substances, understand their health risks, and follow safe practices to control exposure in the workplace. - 2. Who should take a COSHH Awareness course?
The course is suitable for employees, supervisors, safety personnel, and anyone who may handle or come into contact with hazardous substances at work. - 3. What will I learn in a COSHH Awareness course?
You will learn about hazardous substances, health effects, exposure routes, COSHH risk assessments, control measures, PPE, and safe handling practices. - 4. What substances are covered under COSHH?
COSHH covers substances that can harm health, including chemicals, fumes, dust, vapours, gases, biological agents, and other hazardous materials encountered at work. - 5. Why is COSHH training important in the workplace?
COSHH training helps workers recognise health hazards and apply suitable control measures to reduce exposure and prevent work-related illness and injury. - 6. Does COSHH Awareness training cover risk assessment?
Yes. Candidates learn the basics of identifying hazardous substances, assessing exposure risks, and understanding appropriate measures for controlling those risks. - 7. Does the COSHH course cover PPE and other control measures?
Yes. The training explains the importance of PPE and other practical controls used to minimise exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. - 8. Is COSHH Awareness training suitable for offshore and oil & gas workers?
Yes. COSHH Awareness is relevant to workers in offshore oil & gas, marine, industrial, engineering, and other workplaces where hazardous substances may be present. - 9. How long is the COSHH Awareness certificate valid?
The COSHH Awareness certificate issued after successful completion is valid for 3 years, subject to employer or site-specific requirements. - 10. Can COSHH Awareness training help with workplace safety compliance?
Yes. The training helps employees understand their responsibilities when working with hazardous substances and supports safer workplace practices and COSHH-related requirements.
Curriculum for this course
38 Lessons
08:00:00 Hours
Module 1
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Introduction to COSHH
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 2
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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The GHS Classification
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 3
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Forms of Chemical and Biological Agents
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 4
3 Lessons
00:02:00 Hours
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Routes of Entry
00:02:00
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Routes of Entry & Health Hazards
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 5
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs)
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 6
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Responsibilities
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 7
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Specific Hazardous Substance Categories
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 8
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Safe Handling Procedures
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 9
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Spill Response & Emergency Procedures
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 10
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Health Surveillance
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 11
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Training, Information & Communication
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 12
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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COSHH for Specific Work Environments
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 13
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Confined Spaces & Atmospheric Hazards
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 14
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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PPE — Selection, Use & Maintenance
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 15
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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COSHH Compliance & Regulatory Framework
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 16
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Case Studies — Learning from Incidents
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 17
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Environmental Considerations
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Module 18
2 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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Emerging Challenges in COSHH
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Multiple Choice Questions
00:00:00
Final Assessment
1 Lessons
00:00:00 Hours
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COSHH 2026 – Final Knowledge Assessment
00:00:00
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