Level 2 Award Control of Substances Hazardous to Health COSHH (RQF)
Overview
This courses provides participants with a good understanding of hazardous substances and the controls that can be put in place to manage the associated risks. All participants who pass the formal assessment at the end of the course receive the recognised level 2 qualification.
More detail
Course syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to COSHH
- Course Introduction
An introduction to the course, including the overall structure and how to earn your qualification.
- Introduction to COSHH
This unit provides an overview of COSHH – the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. It serves as a general introduction to the topic before exploring the details in later sections.
- Roles, Responsibilities and Enforcement
This unit explains the roles and responsibilities of both employers and employees under COSHH regulations. It also outlines how these obligations are enforced.
- Exercise 1: Hazardous Substances in the Home
Your first exercise encourages you to think about hazardous substances that are commonly found in everyday life and to recognise their potential dangers.
- Case Studies
This section presents two real-world examples of how the misuse of hazardous substances has resulted in serious, permanent injuries to employees.
Module 2: Risk Assessment and Control Hierarchy
- Module Introduction
This introduction recaps progress in the course so far and outlines the learning objectives for this section.
- Risks Posed by Hazardous Substances
This unit explores the different types of hazardous substances and explains how they can affect health and safety in the workplace.
- Risk Assessments
Here, we examine the purpose of risk assessments and provide a structured approach to carrying them out effectively under COSHH guidelines.
- Exercise 2: Evaluation of Risk
This practical exercise helps you understand how to evaluate risks based on their frequency and potential harm.
- Risk Control Hierarchies
This section explains the concept of a risk control hierarchy — a layered approach to managing the risks created by hazardous substances.
Module 3: Precautions and Procedures
- Information and Symbols
This unit introduces the various hazard symbols and labels used to identify and categorise hazardous substances.
- Procedures for Dealing with an Incident
This section outlines the essential procedures that should be in place to respond effectively to incidents involving hazardous substances.
- Monitoring and Surveillance
Monitoring and surveillance are key activities for ensuring that organisations remain compliant with COSHH obligations and that employee health is protected.
Module 4: Preparation for Your Exam
- Exam Preparation
This final unit prepares you for the end-of-course multiple-choice assessment. It includes exam requirements, useful tips, and a review of the key syllabus areas to focus on.
Obtaining your certificate
You will need to pass a multiple-choice exam at the end of the course in order to gain your accreditation. Once passed, we will send your official certificate by email.