This short course introduces staff to a range of hazardous substances, the risks
and controls available, and what to expect from a control of substances
hazardous to health (COSHH) assessment. It prepares them to contribute to the
safer use of hazardous substances in their workplaces.
1 DEFINITION AND TYPES
* Defining what constitutes a substance hazardous to health in the workplace
* Outlining the various types of hazardous substances
2 HEALTH EFFECTS
* Exploring the health effects caused by exposure to hazardous substances
* Routes of entry - exploring how substances can enter the body and methods of
prevention
3 DATA
* COSSH register
* Data sheets
* Risk assessments
* Control options
4 RESPONSIBILITIES
* An overview of the responsibilities imposed by the Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002