About This Training Course

There are many hazardous substances in the workplace. This Workplace Hazardous Substances Training Course will assist all participants to recognize a hazardous substance, safely use and dispose of a hazardous substance and manage the associated risks.

Subjects Covered

This Workplace Hazardous Substances Training Course covers the following:

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
• What is a hazardous substance?
• How do I recognize a hazardous substance?
• Things you should never do
• Labels
• What is MSDS?
• Where do I get MSDS?
RISK MANAGEMENT
• How to spot the hazards
• How to calculate the risks
• What is risk management?
• Can we eliminate all hazards
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
• Understanding legal requirements
• Can I store hazardous substances in the workplace?
• What are the dangerous goods?
STORAGE
• How do I store hazardous substances in the workplace?
• Space requirements
• What is HAZCHEM?
• Major hazards
• Spills
SIGNS
• Why signs?
• Where do I put signs?
• Ventilation
• Fire
TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF
• What is PPE?
• Emergency plans
• First Aid
WHAT NEXT?
• Prepare a workplace plan
• Assist in implementing the code of practice

Training Course Outcomes

At the end of this Workplace Hazardous Substances Training Course participants will be able to:
• Understand hazardous substances;
• Manage workplace hazards and associated risks;
• Understand their legal obligations;
• Correctly store, use and dispose of hazardous substances in the workplace;
• Read hazardous substance labels and signage;
• Understand how to implement an emergency plan;
• Understand the importance of first aid;
• Prepare a workplace plan; and
• Assist in implementing the code of practice.

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Prerequisites

This Workplace Hazardous Substances Training Course requires no previous training or experience.