102 | Principles of control of substances which are hazardous

Duration: 4 Hours

Course Aims:

This course aims to provide employees working within the Highway Electrical Sector with an
understanding and awareness of the control of substances which are hazardous; their
individual and collective responsibilities under organisational and legislative policies.

Assessment:

A summative assessment will follow the completion of this course or group of courses.

Course Topics:

• Identification markings
• Other potentially hazardous substances covered by legislation other than COSHH (e.g.
  asbestos, lead)
• How substances enter the body
• Assessment Sheets
• Reducing the Risk
• The Management role and responsibilities
• The COSHH assessor role and responsibilities
• The Users role and responsibilities
• First Aid actions

Objectives:

On completion of the course learners will:

• Identify substances likely to cause harm
• Follow COSHH assessment instructions
• Identify the required PPE correctly
• Identify actions before using substances
• Identify the measures required to ensure the safety of employees and the general public
• Explain actions required on contact with substances

Practical:

To enable maximum learning and benefit from this course, there will a number of exercises. These may be both interactive and demonstrative to enhance the learning experience.