COSHH Awareness online training
A practical awareness course for employees who may work with, use, store or be exposed to substances hazardous to health. Learners will understand what COSHH means, how hazardous substances can cause harm, how to follow control measures, and when to repor
Course outline
- Welcome
- Who This Course Is For
- What You Will Learn
- Knowledge Check 1
- What Is a Hazardous Substance?
- Common Examples
- How Harm Can Happen
- Health Effects
- Knowledge Check 2
- Labels and Warning Symbols
- Safety Data Sheets
- The COSHH Assessment
- Knowledge Check 3
- Preventing Exposure
- Substitution
- Engineering Controls
- Safe Systems of Work
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Knowledge Check 4
- Gloves and Skin Protection
- Respiratory Protection
- Storage
- Decanting and Labelling
- Hygiene and Housekeeping
- Spills and Emergencies
- Knowledge Check 5
- Waste and Disposal
- Health Surveillance
- Your Responsibilities
- Manager Responsibilities
- Final Assessment 1
- Final Assessment 2
- Final Assessment 3
- Final Assessment 4
- Final Assessment 5
- Course Summary
What this supports
Questions
What does COSHH stand for?
COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
Which of these is a possible route of exposure to a hazardous substance?
Hazardous substances can enter the body by breathing in dust, fumes, gases, vapours or mists.
Why must a COSHH assessment consider the task, not just the product?
The same substance can present different risks depending on the amount used, method of use, ventilation, duration of exposure and people involved.
Which statement about PPE is correct?
PPE has limits. It only protects the wearer when it is suitable, correctly used, maintained and replaced when needed.
What should you do if you find an unlabelled container containing an unknown substance?
Never use an unknown or unlabelled substance. Stop and report it so it can be identified and managed safely.
Which is usually the best first option for controlling exposure to a hazardous substance?
The best approach is to prevent exposure where possible. Substitution with a safer substance or process is often more effective than relying only on PPE.