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COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management
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The COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management course is a comprehensive training programme that teaches learners how to identify, assess, and control risks associated with hazardous substances in the workplace. It provides essential knowledge of COSHH principles, risk assessment procedures, and effective risk management strategies to help maintain a safer working environment. Hazardous substances are present in many industries, from …
The COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management course is a comprehensive training programme that teaches learners how to identify, assess, and control risks associated with hazardous substances in the workplace. It provides essential knowledge of COSHH principles, risk assessment procedures, and effective risk management strategies to help maintain a safer working environment.
Hazardous substances are present in many industries, from manufacturing and construction to laboratories, healthcare facilities, and maintenance operations. Without proper controls, exposure to these substances can result in serious health issues, workplace accidents, and regulatory penalties. Understanding how to conduct effective COSHH risk assessments is crucial for protecting employees, visitors, and businesses.
This CPD-accredited COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management course is designed for beginners and professionals alike. Delivered through interactive online modules with tutor support, lifetime access, and an instant free CPD certificate, the course provides practical and industry-relevant knowledge developed by qualified professionals and recognised across Canada.
Please note: This COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Course doesn’t entitle you to practise as a professional in this specific field.
- Extra Included :
- Free Accredited Certificate Included
- Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Last audited and updated on: 15th April 2026
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of the COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course, learners will be able to:
- Understand COSHH principles and regulations.
- Identify hazardous substances in the workplace.
- Recognise health risks linked to chemical exposure.
- Conduct effective COSHH risk assessments.
- Apply suitable control measures and monitoring systems.
- Implement risk management procedures confidently.
Who This Course Is For
- Health and safety professionals.
- Supervisors and team leaders.
- Laboratory technicians.
- Maintenance and facility workers.
- Manufacturing and industrial employees.
- Anyone responsible for workplace safety.
Why Take This Course
- Improve workplace health and safety practices.
- Learn to identify and manage hazardous substances.
- Reduce risks of workplace illness and injury.
- Support regulatory compliance and safety standards.
- Gain a recognised CPD-accredited certificate.
- Study online at your own pace with lifetime access.
Job Opportunities & Salary (CAD)
- Health and Safety Officer – Average salary: CAD $60,000–$90,000 per year.
- Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator – Average salary: CAD $65,000–$95,000 per year.
- Laboratory Technician – Average salary: CAD $50,000–$75,000 per year.
- Safety Compliance Specialist – Average salary: CAD $60,000–$88,000 per year.
- Facilities Manager – Average salary: CAD $65,000–$100,000 per year.
- Occupational Health and Safety Advisor – Average salary: CAD $70,000–$105,000 per year.
Entry Requirements
- No prior experience required.
- Suitable for beginner learners.
- Basic English skills recommended.
- Access to an internet-enabled device.
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this COSHH: Risk Assessments & Risk Management Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
CPD Accredited
All of our courses are accredited by the CPD Quality Standards as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
QLS Endorsed
The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a trusted endorsement framework that certifies high-quality, non-regulated training programmes across various sectors.
Association of Healthcare Trainers
The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) promotes high-quality healthcare training, supporting providers to deliver relevant, industry-aligned education and improve professional standards.
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost CA$9.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
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Course Curriculum
Gain a clear understanding of COSHH and its importance in workplace health and safety. This module introduces key concepts, terminology, and the responsibilities of employers and employees.
Learn about the regulations and legal requirements surrounding hazardous substances. You will explore compliance obligations and the role of COSHH in maintaining safe workplaces.
Discover how hazardous substances can affect human health. This module covers common occupational illnesses, exposure risks, and the long-term effects of unsafe handling practices.
Learn how to recognise and classify hazardous substances in various workplace environments. You will explore labels, safety data sheets, and common sources of chemical hazards.
Develop the skills required to conduct effective COSHH risk assessments. This module explains how to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and determine appropriate control measures.
Explore practical methods for reducing exposure to hazardous substances. You will learn about monitoring systems, protective equipment, and workplace controls that improve safety.
Understand how to put COSHH control measures into practice within an organisation. This module focuses on communication, training, monitoring effectiveness, and maintaining compliance.
FAQ
A COSHH risk assessment is a process used to identify hazardous substances in the workplace, evaluate potential health risks, and determine suitable control measures to reduce exposure.
A COSHH risk assessment tool is a structured method or document used to identify hazards, assess risks, and record the controls needed to protect employees from harmful substances.
Examples include cleaning chemicals, solvents, paints, adhesives, dust, fumes, gases, biological agents, and laboratory chemicals that may pose health risks.
COSHH stands for Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
Examples include toxic chemicals, corrosive substances, airborne dust, fumes, vapours, biological contaminants, and substances that can cause skin irritation or respiratory problems.
The main requirements include identifying hazardous substances, assessing risks, implementing control measures, providing training, monitoring exposure, and maintaining records.
The main purpose is to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement measures that protect people from harm.
Risk assessment is the systematic process of identifying hazards, analysing potential risks, and determining actions to reduce or eliminate those risks.
Risks can be controlled by substituting hazardous substances, improving ventilation, using protective equipment, implementing safe work procedures, and providing employee training.
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