COSHH Training Course
Working with hazardous substances shouldn't put your health at risk. That's why COSHH regulations exist—to protect you and your colleagues from potential dangers in the workplace. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (2002/2004), employers must take proper precautions. Our comprehensive COSHH training online gives you and your employer the confidence that you're meeting these legal requirements while gaining practical skills to stay safe day-to-day.
This course was reviewed and updated in February 2025
Course Overview
Format
- Intermediate
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- Online Study
- Self-Printed Certificate
Accreditation
- 1 CPD Hour
- CPD Certified
- RoSPA Assured
Course description
COSHH stands for Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations. This comprehensive set of regulations requires employers to limit and control exposure to hazardous substances. Thousands of people working in industries ranging from cleaning to agriculture fall ill every year as a result of working with hazardous substances. This can include contracting types of cancer, skin diseases such as dermatitis, or lung diseases including asthma.
Our COSHH training online course is designed to give you the practical skills to work safely with any potentially harmful materials in your workplace.
This COSHH awareness training breaks down complex regulations into clear and easy to follow guidance. You'll learn why these precautions matter, helping you spot risks before they become problems and protect both yourself and your colleagues.
Every year, thousands of workers across different industries ()from cleaning staff to agricultural workers) develop serious health conditions after exposure to hazardous substances. These range from skin problems like dermatitis to respiratory issues such as asthma and even certain types of cancer. That's why this training is so vital if you work with any hazardous substances.
Your COSHH certificate course will cover:
- The real-world importance of COSHH legislation in keeping workplaces safe
- Who's responsible for what under these regulations (both you and your employer)
- How to spot harmful substances in your specific workplace
- Practical steps you can take to reduce risks on a daily basis
Previously known as "An Overview of COSHH," this COSHH training course speaks to professionals across all sectors who handle potentially dangerous substances as part of their job.
COSHH Legislation and Regulations
Employers must comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health COSHH Regulations 2002 and the 2004 amendment. Any business using substances potentially hazardous to health must control employee exposure risks - a responsibility set out by both the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the more specific COSHH Regulations.
Regulation EH40/2005 on Workplace exposure limits provides legally defined exposure limits for 31 common hazardous substances. COSHH establishes both legal requirements and a framework for processes that reduce the risk of hazardous substances causing harm.
Such hazardous substances include:
- Biological agents
- Chemicals
- Dusts
- Fumes
- Gases
- Microorganisms
- Mists
- Vapours
Why take this COSHH training online course?
This COSHH training course empowers learners to:
- Work with hazardous substances safely and effectively
- Understand associated risks and necessary precautions
- Recognise the legal responsibilities of both employees and employers
- Identify harmful substances in the workplace and their potential effects
- Apply practical knowledge to maintain safety in various work environments
What does this COSHH training course cover?
COSHH compliance is essential for businesses and employees need to know exactly what kind of substances they are working with and how to do it safely. That vital knowledge is exactly what you’ll learn in this course:
| Module | What it includes |
| Introduction and Learning Outcomes | This introduction to the course explains the importance of COSHH, what it stands for and the laws relating to it. It also includes the learning outcomes of the training and a self-assessment to test your knowledge. |
| COSHH at a Glance | COSHH may sound like an highly technical term but this second section of the course provides a couple of knowledge checks to explain the term in a simple way. It also explains COSHH's importance, when it is applicable, who is responsible and what effects hazardous substances can have on the body. |
| Understanding Hazardous Substances | Here we look at the hazards and risks you might encounter in the workplace, how hazards can be identified, chemical hazards and COSHH safety symbols. |
| Responsibilities and Legal Requirements | Both employers and employees have their responsibilities when it comes to COSHH, here we look at who is responsible for what and the consequences of not following your responsibilities through a series of scenarios and interactive challenges. |
| Risk Assessment and Control Measures | COSHH plays a role in a lot of risk assessments and here we explain how, the importance of safety data sheets, the COSHH hierarchy of control with a variety of knowledge checks and interactive challenges. |
| A Sensible Approach to Managing Risk | The final part of the course runs through 'the golden rules' you need to follow to help keep you safe in the workplace and ends with three knowledge checks to ensure you are ready for the assessment. |
Who should take COSHH training?
This COSHH training course is suitable for anyone who works or comes into contact with hazardous substances or materials in the workplace. Those professions which should undertake COSHH training include:
- Agriculture
- Beauty and hairdressing
- Builders
- Catering and baking
- Cleaning staff
- Decorators
- Engineers
- Farmers
- Mechanics
- Offshore oil and gas workers
- Painters
- Printing
- Vehicle repair and painting
- Welding
- Woodworking
This course is suitable for anyone who works in an environment where they need to know about Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
CPD Accredited & RoSPA Assured
Our COSHH training course is RoSPA Assured and their logo will be included on your certificate.
The content of this COSHH training online course has also been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
This COSHH course should take approximately 30 - 45 minutes to complete. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material.
Your progress is automatically saved along the way so you can complete the training at your convenience.
Test & COSHH Certificate
There are no specific entry requirements for this COSHH training course.
The end of course test consists of 14 multiple choice questions. Learners are required to achieve an 80% pass mark, and you may attempt the test as many times as you like.
Learners will be able to download a digital COSHH certificate assured by RoSPA on completion. This can be printed, and we suggest you keep it for your records.
What other training can I complete?
We offer a wide range of accredited online health and safety training courses and packages which will help keep you and your team safe including:
- Complete Health and Safety Package
- Level 3 Food Hygiene, Food Allergy and First Aid Training Package
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this COSHH training course.
You will learn
- The impact of hazardous substances
- The dangers of hazardous substances, including hazard symbols. Also identifying risks at work
- Who is responsible for what when it comes to COSHH
- How to conduct a risk assessment for hazardous substance
- Some practical top tips when dealing with hazardous substances
Who is it for?
Roles including:
- Anyone who works or comes into contact with hazardous substances or materials is at risk of harm including:
- Mechanics
- Hairdressers
- Cleaners
- Farmers
- Decorators
- Tradespeople
- Welders
- Bakers/Caterers
Legislation
Legislation covered in this course includes:
Employers are legally obligated to comply with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations 2002 and the 2004 amendment.
Any business that uses substances that can be hazardous to health is obligated to control the risk of exposure to employees. This is partly a responsibility given by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, but also The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations, which more specifically cover dealing with harmful substances in the workplace.
Regulation EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits contains documentation that explains the legally defined exposure limits for 31 common and dangerous substances. COSHH is therefore a law and a framework for processes that help ensure that the risk of hazardous substances causing harm to people is reduced.
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