COSHH Training – COSHH Online Training Course – CPDUK Accredited

COSHH - Online Training Course - Level 2 -  CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to our online COSHH training course for all sectors. This Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations e-learning course was developed in line with the latest UK legislation and meets the requirements set out by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and other professional and regulatory bodies.

Our online COSHH training courses are developed in line with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations. Despite common misconceptions, hazardous substances can affect anyone within the workplace, not just those who handle them regularly. This online COSHH course gives workers knowledge of the health risks surrounding work with hazardous substances, including how to undertake risk assessments and implement control measures required, and ensure that they understand how to work safely with hazardous substances.

Entry requirements - no prerequisites required

Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)

Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price

Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Who is the course for?

This online COSHH training course provides suitable training for all levels of employees who work or may come into contact with, hazardous substances in the workplace (across all sectors).  The law requires that all employees must have the necessary knowledge to be competent and do their jobs safely. This includes, but is not limited to, people who work in professions such as:

• Printing
• Welding
• Cleaning
• Agriculture
• Engineering
• Woodworking
• Healthcare and social care
• Catering and baking
• Beauty and hairdressing
• Vehicle repair and painting
• Offshore oil and gas.

What is covered in this course?

The COSHH e-learning course covers the following:

• An introduction to COSHH, including:
  • What is a substance hazardous to health, and where do they exist?
  • Common hazardous substances
  • How substances result in ill-health
  • Health and Safety Executive statistics and benefits of COSHH
• COSHH Legal Regulations including:
  • The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
  • The CLP regulations
  • ACoPs and guidance notes
  • Enforcement of health and safety law
  • Employer and employee responsibilities
• Problems that result from hazardous substances
  • Common health hazards
  • The occupations most at risk
  • COSHH routes of entry
  • Common health problems including dermatitis, asthma
  • What to do if you develop symptoms
  • Reporting Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)
• Identifying hazardous substances
  • Requirements for chemical labelling
  • Safety data sheets
  • Safe use of flammable substances, liquids, dust and gases
  • Asthma-causing substances
  • Asbestos and lead
• COSHH risk assessment and control measures
  • Identifying the COSHH hazards
  • Deciding who might be harmed and how
  • Evaluating the COSHH risks
  • Substance substitution
  • Principles of good control practice
  • Hierarchy of control measures
  • Work processes and equipment
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Safe systems of work
  • The provision for emergencies and first aid
• Monitoring the assessment and health surveillance
  • Recording findings
  • Reviewing and updating the assessment
  • Monitoring the assessment
  • Health surveillance
  • Workplace Exposure Limits (WELS).

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Course aims and objectives

The aims and objectives of this online COSHH training course are to give workers knowledge of the health risks surrounding work with hazardous substances, including how to undertake a COSHH assessment by identifying the risks and the control measures needed, and ensure that they understand how to work safely with hazardous substances.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this online COSHH online training course, the learner will:

• Know how to identify hazardous substances in the workplace,
• Understand the ill-health effects that hazardous substances can cause,
• Understand COSHH legal regulations, including the responsibilities of employers and employees,
• Know what to consider for a COSHH risk assessment, and
• Understand the importance of health surveillance for employees who work with hazardous substances.

Why is this COSHH Training course important?

COSHH is a law that requires employers to control substances that are hazardous to health. You can prevent or reduce workers exposure to hazardous substances by:

• Finding out what the health hazards are;
• Deciding how to prevent harm to health (risk assessment);
• Providing control measures to reduce damage to health;
• Making sure they are used ;
• Keeping all control measures in good working order;
• Providing information, instruction and training for employees and others;
• Providing monitoring and health surveillance in appropriate cases;
• Planning for emergencies.

Most businesses use substances or products that are mixtures of substances. Some processes create substances. These could cause harm to employees, contractors and other people.

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Complete 'End of Course Assessment'

After completing the end of course assessment with a passing rate of 80%, you will be able to download, save and/or print a quality assured CPD certificate.

Save or print your certificate from your device

You will be able to print or save your quality assured certificate in PDF format from your learner profile.

Posted certificate

If you require a hard copy of your certificate, this will cost £8.00. The certificate will be dispatched to you within 48 hours of completing the course.

Certificate renewal

This certificate does not have an expiration date. However, based on industry best practice guidelines, the recommended renewal period for the training is three years. The recommended renewal date will be indicated on your certificate.

Course accreditation

All our eLearning courses and training programmes are externally peer-reviewed and approved by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK). These courses comply with the universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines. Our CPD certificates are recognised internationally and can be used to provide evidence for compliance and audit.

Career path

Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.

Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).

Is there an end of course assessment?

Yes, there is an end of course assessment. After completing the learning materials, you will be redirected to the ‘End of Course Assessment’ section.

How many questions am I required to answer?

You will be asked to answer 20 questions. These questions are a combination of single and multiple choice questions, reordering answers, filling in the blanks and open answers.

What is the pass mark for this course?

To pass the end of course assessment, you must achieve a passing rate of 80% or more.

If I fail, how many times can I take the end of course assessment?

You can retake the end of course assessment as many times as required.

Do I get charged for reattempting the end of course assessment?

No. There will be no extra charges for reattempting the end of course assessment.

Do I get a certificate once I have passed the course?

Yes, you can download a digital CPD certificate in PDF format after completing the end of course assessment. You can save or print your certificate from your learner profile.

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How do I book this course?

To enrol on this e-learning course, please add the course to your basket. From there, you will be redirected to our secure checkout page to complete your booking.

What if I am booking the course for someone else?

If you are booking the course for someone else, please state their name(s) in the 'notes' section of the basket. You will be able to enrol the course to the learner from your profile.

How do I access my learning materials?

Once your payment has been confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation email with a receipt. Immediately after purchase, you will receive an email with further instructions and unique login credentials to access your learner account. Next, you will need to follow the instructions and login to your learner account.

How does the course work?

Our courses are divided into six units. You can either read or listen to the course materials. At the end of each unit is a 'knowledge check' section. This section helps the learners remember what they have learnt.

Do I need a computer to complete this course?

Our online training courses can be completed on your desktop computer/Mac, laptop, tablet or mobile device. These online courses are easily accessible as long as there is an internet connection.

How long does it take to complete this course?

These online training courses are self-paced. Therefore, learners have full control and flexibility on when they wish to complete the material.

What is the deadline to complete this course?

There is no deadline for completion. The course will expire from a learner's account after 365 days, whether it has been accessed or not.

Do I complete the end of course assessment online?

Yes. All end of course assessments are completed online.

What is the passing rate for this course?

Learners are required to achieve a passing rate of 80% or more to complete the course and gain a CPD certificate.

When will I get my certificate?

To obtain your certificate, you need to complete the end of course assessment first. A passing rate of 80% or more is required to gain a CPD certificate.

Where will I find my certificate?

Obtained certificates can be downloaded from the learner's profile page.

What is your refund policy?

We want you to be completely satisfied with your training. Thus, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are not 100% satisfied.

To request a refund, you should email our Support Team with your receipt stating why you would like to be refunded. Any courses that have been completed and those with certificates will not be valid for a refund.

Will I be able to access learning materials on multiple devices, such as tablets and mobile phones?

Yes, you can access the learning materials from any electronic device that has an internet connection. However, we recommend that you use a desktop or laptop device for the best learning experience. These online courses can also be taken on tablet and mobile devices, such as iPads, iPhone and Android mobile phones.

Is a specific internet web browser recommended to complete this course?

For the best possible experience, we recommend that learners use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11 or Firefox. Please ensure no updates are pending on your browser.

How long do learners have to complete a course?

There is no estimated completion time for this course. Learners can study in their own time at their speed. Learners may pause, leave and come back to the system to continue the training at any time.

How many CPD hours or CPD points is this course worth?

The CPD hours depend on how long each learner takes to complete the course materials and assessments. Each course will indicate the anticipated completion time. This gives a general indication of the CPD hours for those who are required to submit their continuing professional development hours.

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