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Chemical Handling Awareness Course

Workplace Hazardous Materials and Chemical Safety

This Workplace Hazardous Materials and Chemical Safety course provides training on handling hazardous materials, understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and complying with Globally Harmonized System (GHS) standards. Ensures compliance with chemical safety regulations. 

26 Lessons
Online Assessment
1 Hour

Learning outcomes

  • Understanding Hazardous Materials: Learners will be able to identify and classify hazardous materials commonly found in the workplace.
  • Safety Data Sheets (SDS) Proficiency: Learners will understand the purpose, structure, and information provided in Safety Data Sheets, and how to use them to ensure safe handling and storage of hazardous materials.
  • Compliance with GHS Standards: Learners will gain knowledge of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for labeling and classifying chemicals, ensuring compliance with international chemical safety standards.
  • Safe Handling and Storage Practices: Learners will be able to implement best practices for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials to prevent accidents and ensure workplace safety.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Learners will understand key chemical safety regulations and how to ensure workplace practices align with these requirements.
  • Emergency Response: Learners will be equipped with the knowledge to respond effectively to chemical spills, exposures, or other emergencies involving hazardous materials.
  • Risk Assessment Skills: Learners will develop skills to assess and mitigate risks associated with hazardous materials in the workplace.

Course content

Safe Storage, Handling, and Disposal of Chemicals
  • Understanding Hazardous Materials
  • Identifying Chemical Hazards in the Workplace
  • Understanding Your Role in Risk Assessment
  • Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Their Importance
  • Labeling and Signage for Hazardous Materials
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Chemical Safety
  • Safe Storage Techniques for Hazardous Materials
  • Proper Disposal Methods for Hazardous Materials

Course detail

Online Delivery

Fully online course with no time limits. Multiple online assessment attempts allowed.

Legislation

This course covers and complies with The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.

Expert Trainer

Course and Assessment created and approved by a QQI Level 6 Fully Certified Expert Trainer.

Certificate Expiry

Course and Assessment must be completed every 3 years as per industry best practice.

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