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COSHH Training Online

According to the British Safety Council, UK businesses lose approximately £5.2 billion annually due to work-related ill-health, including exposure to hazardous substances.

Our COSHH training is part of our large, RoSPA accredited, Health and Safety eLearning catalogue and is designed to protect employees and ensure business consistently remain compliant with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH).

Benefits of our COSHH training

It's vital for businesses to provide the right COSHH training. Here's how our eLearning content is the best for your business:

Available anywhere, anytime - Many people at risk of hazardous substances work remotely or on changing shift patterns. Our COSHH training has been designed to help employees complete their training in a way that suits them, allowing their training to fit around busy schedules.

Engaging, scenario-based learning - By taking COSHH training online, learners get access to scenario-based videos and animations to highlight the importance of preventing and minimising exposure to hazardous substances.

Ensure continual compliance - Our training is part of a wide range of health and safety training that is regularly updated in line with updated regulations.

What's included in our COSHH training

Defining COSHH

Our training helps learners identify exactly what the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health is and who exactly is affected by it. Learners will be able to understand the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees, along with how a hazardous substance is defined and what is covered by the regulations.

Identifying hazards and assessing risks

Learners are taught how to identify, assess and manage the risks associated with hazardous substances. The course content covers employee responsibilities towards COSHH, key steps in a COSHH assessment, Safety Data Sheets and how they help, as well as hazard symbols.

Exposure and control measures

Learners will be able to understand the key exposure routes and workplace exposure limits, looking carefully at prevention and control methods. Additionally, this section will cover Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), detailing the different types of PPE and their proper uses.

Engaging, expert-lead content

Our online COSHH training content is written by subject matter experts and includes the latest methods designed to increase learner engagement and knowledge retention, using videos, animations and interactive modules.

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What is COSHH?

Recognise what is classed as a hazardous substance

The first step to managing risks associated with hazardous substances is to identify exactly what hazardous substances are.

Upon completion of the COSHH training, learners will be able to understand not only what hazardous substances are but understand how different hazardous substances should be managed.

Who is effected by COSHH Regulations?

Identify who is affected by COSHH regulation

It isn’t just employees who are affected by COSHH.

Providing training that educates all employees within the business on exactly who COSHH regulations apply to is imperative for businesses.

Risk and Control Measures

Describe risks and control measures associated with hazardous substances

Risks related to hazardous substances aren’t only short-term, but long-term too. Providing the right training to help employees understand the wide array of risk associated with hazardous substances is crucial.

Prevent exposure

Take the steps to prevent or minimise exposure to hazardous substances

Regular training and updates on safety protocols play a crucial role in minimising risks of exposure to hazardous substances.

To comply with COSHH, it’s imperative that employees understand steps to minimising exposure such as implementing proper ventilation or providing appropriate PPE.

Importance of data

Explain the need for, and importance of, safety data sheets, product labels, and hazard warning symbols.

Labels and symbols quickly communicate hazards and necessary precautions, which is especially important in emergencies when quick action is required, so it is crucial employees can understand what these are and how they’re used.

Flexible, accessible and created by experts

Our COSHH training is produced in conjunction with subject matter experts to ensure employees and stakeholders are continually protected from the risks of hazardous substances and the business continually complies with COSHH regulations.

Scenario-based learning helps to highlight the importance of preventing and minimising exposure to hazardous substances.

Part of our comprehensive Health and Safety training catalogue

Our comprehensive, accredited Health and Safety training catalogue covers a broad range of topics to help businesses create a culture of safety and promote a safe and secure working environment, ultimately protecting employees and stakeholders.

Empowering employees to understand relevant risks and mandatory health and safety requirements in the workplace, this training reduces the risk of legal repercussions and safeguards the reputation of your organisation, while ensuring all stakeholders are protected in the workplace.

As the UK’s largest provider of health and safety training, we provide a wide range of eLearning courses addressing everything from specialist areas such as Chemical Hazards and Specialist Environments to fundamental training covering physical and mental wellbeing
CPD accredited and produced and written by industry-specific subject matter experts
Engaging and accessible content, including real-life scenarios and bitesize modules
End of course assessments to ensure knowledge retention and provide effective reporting to governing bodies
Robust reporting and powerful tracking to ensure compliance and peace of mind.

A holistic approach to safety in the workplace, that includes not just COSHH training but a wide array of health and safety courses, is crucial for businesses in maintaining its reputation and building strong and successful teams.

See what training is included in our broader health and safety training suite.

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What our customers say

We would 100% recommend Access Health & Safety as the dynamic feedback mechanism as it provides the information and visibility that we need in a decentralised business. For example, we know at a glance that we have visibility of completed training, outstanding training, risk ratings, and pass scores, etc.

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Alan McEnteggart - UK HSE Manager

Linde Material Handling UK Ltd

The service provided is excellent. Access People are always helpful and quick to respond. With Access Health & Safety, I have managed to save on the cost of consultants and production losses.

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Craig Partridge - Health & Safety Coordinator

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions

In the initial 10 weeks since onboarding, the HR team have rolled out 8 mandatory health and safety training modules. In that timeframe, over 80% of the business have undertaken over 1575 hours of essential training.

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Abbie Benjamin - Senior HR Business Partner

LondonEnergy

What is COSHH training?

COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) training is a specialised course designed to educate employees on the risks and safety protocols associated with handling hazardous substances in the workplace. The training covers how to identify hazardous substances, understanding the health risks they pose, and the implementation of control measures to prevent or minimise exposure.

Do cleaners need COSHH training?

Yes, cleaners need COSHH training. This training is essential because cleaners often work with various hazardous substances. These include substances such as cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and solvents, which can pose significant health risks if not handled properly. COSHH training ensures that cleaners understand how to safely use, store, and dispose of these substances, recognise the associated hazards, and take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and others.

You can learn more about Health and Safety Risks for Cleaners in our blog.

Is COSHH training mandatory?

Yes, COSHH training is mandatory for employees who work with or are exposed to hazardous substances in the workplace. Under the COSHH Regulations 2002, employers are legally required to ensure that workers are adequately trained and informed about the risks associated with hazardous substances and the necessary safety procedures to control those risks.

What is the golden rule of COSHH?

The golden rule of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) is to prevent or control exposure to hazardous substances to safeguard health and safety. This rule emphasises eliminating exposure to hazardous substances wherever possible and, if elimination is not feasible, implementing effective control measures to minimise health risks.