COSHH stands for Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations. This comprehensive set of regulations requires employers to limit and control exposure to hazardous substances. Thousands of people working in industries ranging from cleaning to agriculture fall ill every year as a result of working with hazardous substances. This can include contracting types of cancer, skin diseases such as dermatitis, or lung diseases including asthma.

Our COSHH training online course is designed to give you the practical skills to work safely with any potentially harmful materials in your workplace. COSHH compliance is essential for businesses and employees need to know exactly what kind of substances they are working with and how to do it safely. That vital knowledge is exactly what you’ll learn in this course.

This COSHH awareness training breaks down complex regulations into clear and easy to follow guidance. You’ll learn why these precautions matter, helping you spot risks before they become problems and protect both yourself and your colleagues.

Every year, thousands of workers across different industries ()from cleaning staff to agricultural workers) develop serious health conditions after exposure to hazardous substances. These range from skin problems like dermatitis to respiratory issues such as asthma and even certain types of cancer. That’s why this training is so vital if you work with any hazardous substances.

Your COSHH certificate course will cover:

• The real-world importance of COSHH legislation in keeping workplaces safe
• Who’s responsible for what under these regulations (both you and your employer)
• How to spot harmful substances in your specific workplace
• Practical steps you can take to reduce risks on a daily basis

Previously known as “An Overview of COSHH,” this COSHH training course speaks to professionals across all sectors who handle potentially dangerous substances as part of their job.

COSHH Legislation and Regulations

Employers must comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health COSHH Regulations 2002 and the 2004 amendment. Any business using substances potentially hazardous to health must control employee exposure risks – a responsibility set out by both the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the more specific COSHH Regulations.

Regulation EH40/2005 on Workplace exposure limits provides legally defined exposure limits for 31 common hazardous substances. COSHH establishes both legal requirements and a framework for processes that reduce the risk of hazardous substances causing harm.

Such hazardous substances include:

• Biological agents
• Chemicals
• Dusts
• Fumes
• Gases
• Microorganisms
• Mists
• Vapours

Why take this COSHH training online course?

This COSHH training course empowers learners to:

• Work with hazardous substances safely and effectively
• Understand associated risks and necessary precautions
• Recognise the legal responsibilities of both employees and employers
• Identify harmful substances in the workplace and their potential effects
• Apply practical knowledge to maintain safety in various work environments

Who should take COSHH training?

This COSHH training course is suitable for anyone who works or comes into contact with hazardous substances or materials in the workplace. Those professions which should undertake COSHH training include:

• Agriculture
• Beauty and hairdressing
• Builders
• Catering and baking
• Cleaning staff
• Decorators
• Engineers
• Farmers
• Mechanics
• Offshore oil and gas workers
• Painters
• Printing
• Vehicle repair and painting
• Welding
• Woodworking

This course is suitable for anyone who works in an environment where they need to know about Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.

CPD Accredited & RoSPA Assured

Our COSHH training course is RoSPA Assured and their logo will be included on your certificate.

The content of this COSHH training online course has also been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

This COSHH course should take approximately 30 – 45 minutes to complete. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material.

Your progress is automatically saved along the way so you can complete the training at your convenience.

Test & COSHH Certificate

There are no specific entry requirements for this COSHH training course.

The end of course test consists of 14 multiple choice questions. Learners are required to achieve an 80% pass mark, and you may attempt the test as many times as you like.

Learners will be able to download a digital COSHH certificate assured by RoSPA on completion. This can be printed, and we suggest you keep it for your records.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this COSHH training course.

Legislation covered in this course includes:

Employers are legally obligated to comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations 2002 and the 2004 amendment.

Any business that uses substances that can be  hazardous to health  is obligated to control the risk of exposure to employees. This is partly a responsibility given by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, but also The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations, which more specifically cover dealing with harmful substances in the workplace.

Regulation EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits contains documentation that explains the legally defined exposure limits for 31 common and dangerous substances. COSHH is therefore a law and a framework for processes that help ensure that the risk of hazardous substances causing harm to people is reduced.