COSHH & RIDDOR

Overview

This COSHH & RIDDOR awareness course provides essential training on the safe handling of hazardous substances and the legal responsibilities under UK health and safety law.

Delegates will gain an understanding of how exposure to harmful substances affects health, along with the employer’s duty to provide proper training, information, and control measures under the COSHH Regulations.

The course also covers reporting obligations under RIDDOR — essential knowledge for anyone responsible for workplace safety, including employers, the self-employed, and premises controllers.

It includes up-to-date Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance and applicable legislation.

Details

What will I learn on this course?

• Understand COSHH and RIDDOR regulations and key legal duties
• Recognise individual responsibilities under health and safety law
• Identify the health risks of hazardous substances
• Apply safe handling procedures for hazardous materials
• Implement control measures to reduce exposure risks
• Respond appropriately to hazardous incidents
• Follow the step-by-step process for completing a COSHH assessment

Certification

Successful participants will receive a certification of achievement upon completion.