COSHH - Level 2

Overview

If you want to quality in risk assessment the COSHH – Level 2 is the ideal choice of course. Employers and supervisors who are in charge of their subordinates must be competent to conduct these assessments. It is with the primary objective to control exposure to substances and prevent ill health of employees. Workplace hazard is real and employees can be impacted by it. The course will give employees the understanding on health risks surrounding hazardous substances, and how to tackle and work safely with it.

The COSHH – Level 2 course will discuss topics such as understanding of the control of substances hazardous to health, identifying hazardous substances, controlling hazardous substances and COSHH regulations.

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Act was introduced in 2002. It was with the understanding that employees have a clear view of hazardous substances and the employer must cooperate fully to meet the legal obligations they have towards their employees. The COSHH – Level 2 course will enable employees to gain a comprehensive understanding of hazardous substances. Employees should receive effective COSHH training to ensure that everyone in the workplace carry out their tasks in a safe manner. Employers should identify hazards within the workplace and implement safety measures to ensure their employees are safeguarded, and to reduce or eliminate the risks according to the given standards.

What will I learn?

• Gain a clear understanding of hazardous substances and how to work safely with it.
• Learn about the inherent risks in substances and controls.
• Understand the importance of COSHH risk assessment and the training provided by employers.
• Learn about the main types of hazardous substances and the harm that it can cause employees.
• Learn the principles of controlling the risks of hazardous substances.
• Understand the legal responsibility of protecting employees and the business.

Course Curriculum

1: The Control Of Substances Hazardous To Health

2: Health Problems

3: Identifying Hazardous Substances

4: Controlling Hazardous Substances

5: Coshh Regulations

Access Duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course. The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Method of Assessment

At the end of the COSHH – Level 2 you will be evaluated through an online multiple choice exam. In order to complete this program successfully and gain your professional qualification.

Certification

Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in COSHH by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. It will make you valuable to employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised.

Awarding Body

CIEH (The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) has been supporting professionals since 1883 and an awarding body for the environmental health sector. CIEH has been instrumental in developing several environmental standards in the public and health sectors contributing greatly to the overall wellbeing on a global scale. They set a high standard of improving public health and influencing policy. They provide educational opportunities and training for environmental health professionals working across the public and private sectors. It is with a vision to provide and support a healthier, cleaner and safer environment for all.