Overview
The AOSH Level 2 Award in COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) provides essential knowledge and understanding of COSHH regulations and safe handling practices for hazardous substances in the workplace. This qualification enables participants to identify hazardous substances, understand their health effects, and implement appropriate control measures.
Developed in alignment with Highwave Training methodologies, this course covers COSHH regulations, hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures for hazardous substances. It serves as an excellent foundation for employees working with or near hazardous substances.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand COSHH regulations and legal requirements
- Identify hazardous substances in the workplace
- Understand health effects and routes of exposure
- Assess risks from hazardous substances
- Implement appropriate control measures
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) effectively
- Understand safety data sheets (SDS) and labels
- Respond to incidents involving hazardous substances
Target Audience
Employees, supervisors, team leaders, safety officers, and anyone working with or near hazardous substances in the workplace. Ideal for manufacturing, construction, cleaning, healthcare, and laboratory environments.
Entry Requirements
- No formal prerequisites required
- Basic understanding of workplace safety recommended
- English language proficiency suitable for reading safety data sheets
Course Details
Module 1: Introduction to COSHH
- What is COSHH and why it matters
- Legal framework and regulatory requirements
- Employer and employee responsibilities
- Scope and application of COSHH regulations
Module 2: Hazardous Substances
- Types of hazardous substances
- Classification and labeling systems
- Safety data sheets (SDS) and their use
- Identifying hazardous substances in the workplace
Module 3: Health Effects and Exposure
- Routes of exposure (inhalation, skin, ingestion)
- Acute and chronic health effects
- Exposure limits and monitoring
- Vulnerable workers and special considerations
Module 4: Risk Assessment
- COSHH risk assessment process
- Identifying hazards and assessing risks
- Evaluating existing control measures
- Documentation and record keeping
Module 5: Control Measures
- Hierarchy of control measures
- Elimination and substitution
- Engineering controls and ventilation
- Administrative controls and safe work procedures
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) selection and use
Module 6: Emergency Procedures
- Spill response and containment
- First aid for exposure incidents
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Incident reporting and investigation
Duration: 1 day (6-8 hours)
Assessment: Multiple choice examination
Pass Mark: 70%
- AOSH Level 2 Award in COSHH certificate
- Valid for 3 years
- Internationally recognized qualification