Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)
Level 2 Award in the Principles of COSHH
Introduction
Principles of COSHH is a stand-alone level 1 qualification, which complements the CIEH Health and Safety programmes. This qualification is designed for those who use substances hazardous to health at work. It introduces candidates to substances, the risks and controls available, and outlines what to expect from a control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) assessment. The qualification will prepare employees to contribute to the safer use of hazardous substances in their workplaces.
Successful completion will prepare students to look carefully at their own work activities and contribute to the safer use of hazardous substances in co-operation with their managers and supervisors.
This course is independently accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health
Aims
Prepares employees to contribute to the safer use of hazardous substances.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the programme the student will be able to:
• Explain what is meant by the term 'substance hazardous to health' and give examples.
• Explain how hazardous substances can cause ill-health and injury and give examples.
• State the different ways in which hazardous substances may be identified.
• State the principles for controlling substances hazardous to health and apply these in a practical context.
• Demonstrate a general understanding of the value and purposes of conducting a COSHH assessment and what employees can expect of such assessments.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the main provisions of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
Programme Outline
The qualification covers the following topics:
• Definition and types of substances hazardous to health in the workplace
• Health effects of hazardous substances and their causes
• COSHH assessments and control options
• Responsibilities imposed by the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
Course Duration and Examination
1/2 day, plus multiple choice test of 30 questions
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