A Half Day Workshop, for those who use substances hazardous to health at work

Workshop Summary
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulation 2002 requires employers to control exposure to hazardous substances to prevent ill health; they must protect employees and others who may be exposed. On successful completion of this Workshop candidates will be more aware of the hazardous substance in the workplace and their controls.

Who Should Attend
Those who use substances hazardous to health at work; Managers and Team Leaders who need to know the risks and controls available and what to expect from a COSSH assessment.

Benefits to You and Your Organisation
By the end of this Workshop, participants will be able to:

• Explain what is meant by the term “substance hazardous to health” and give examples.
• Explain how hazardous substances can cause ill health.
• State the different ways in which hazardous substances can be identified.
• Understand the value of a COSHH assessment and what employees can expect of such assessments.
• Understand the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.

Workshop Contents

General Introduction

• Definition and types of substances hazardous to health in the workplace.
• Health effects of hazardous substances and their causes

Legislation

• Health and Safety at Work etc Act.1974 Sections 2 – 7
• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002

COSHH in Practice

• COSHH assessments and control options
• Responsibilities imposed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.