Chemical Handling

Course contents

• Introduction & Course Objectives
• Legislation with respect to the use of Chemicals
• Introduction to chemicals
• Health effects of chemicals
• Safe working limits
• Fire hazards
• EC Labelling identification/Classification of hazardous substances
• Risk Assessment
• Warning signs
• Material Safety Data Sheets: How to effectively use them
• Control measures
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment, including its limitations
• How to deal with chemical spillages or emergencies
• Accident Prevention, Reporting
• REACH Regulations
• Q&A
• Conclude & Follow Up Process

At Course Completion Attendees will be able to:

• Identify various chemicals used in the workplace
• Understand the possible health effects
• Understand the meaning of various chemical warning signs/labels
• Use a material Safety Data Sheet
• Identify and assess risks associated with the chemicals
• Put in place the appropriate control measures available
• Be able to use PPE & understand the limitations of PPE

Classroom based, instructor lead, practical hands on course.

Product Description

This Chemical Handling training course is a 1 Day public programme, designed to ensure candidates can identify and assess risks associated with the chemicals and use a Material Safety Data Sheet.

REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals) is a new European system for regulating chemical safety that affects most businesses, even those who would normally not consider themselves involved with chemicals. It aims to improve the protection of human health and the environment through better identification of the properties of chemical substances, and at the same time, enhance the competitiveness of European industry by fostering innovation.

Awarding Body: Optima Training & Consulting Ltd

National Framework of Qualifications Level: N/a

Certification: Optima Training & Consulting Ltd Certificate of Completion

Renewal: N/a

Entry Requirements:
Minimum age- 18 years old

Minimum English requirements: Leaners must be able to understand and convey the concepts contained in the programme content.

Assessment Details: Class Interaction

Cost Per Person:
The fee is inclusive of all training courseware materials, certificate of completion and 3 months after training support.

Progression Opportunities: Please see related courses

Protection for Enrolled Students: N/A

Should a course not proceed, any payment received will be refunded within 48 hours