Safe Handling of Dangerous Chemicals
This course provides the knowledge required to ensure that the Control of substances hazardous to health regulations can be met in the work place.
Objectives
By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
Describe the key requirements of the Control of substances hazardous to health regulations
List the diseases that can be contracted by coming into contact with hazardous substances
Describe the difference between inhalable and irrespirable dusts
Describe the symbols used to identify hazardous substances
Describe how hazardous substances can enter the human body
State the information required on a product data sheet
Carry out risk assessments in relation to the use of hazardous substance
Create safe systems of work we ensure risks from hazardous substances are controlled•
Method
The course will consist of a mixture of classroom based tuition
Pre Course Requirements
None
Who Should Attend?
Anyone needing to increase their knowledge regarding working safely around hazardous substances