Course content

The Law

• Duties of the employer and employees
• Key aspects of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations and changes since initiation
• Expectations of Employers and Employees

Chemicals

• Understanding chemicals and how they may cause effects
• Types of affect, typical health symptoms, the types and requirements of health assessments

Monitoring and Minimising Exposure

• Occupational hygiene and workplace monitoring and basic toxicology
• Use of datasheets and where to obtain key information
• Preventing or minimising exposure – methods and techniques
• Identification, assessment and control of substances hazardous to health
• Performing an assessment within the workplace using assessment forms (in-house / supplied forms)