- Describe what COSHH stands for
- Identify 5 substances classed as hazardous substances
- Identify 3 different categories of hazardous substances commonly found in a health and social care setting
- List at least 6 likely risks associated with hazardous substances
- Describe the precautions to be taken to ensure your safety and the safety of others around you
- Identify 5 steps in COSHH regulations
- List 5 responsibilities you will have when handling hazardous substances
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Aim: To be able to work with hazardous substances safely and effectively. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to: -
Aim: To be able to understand the purpose of RIDDOR and comply with this regulation. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Describe what RIDDOR is
- Describe what a responsible person is, according to RIDDOR
- Identify the difference between an accident and a dangerous occurrence
- Describe what RIDDOR states must be reported
- Describe when reporting must be done
- Describe which records need to be stored and why
- Describe your role as an employee in this process
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Aims: To know how to keep yourself and others safe within the work place and how to maintain a safe environment. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:- Explain how to successfully complete a risk assessment
- Describe what to do in the events of a fire
- Describe how to respond to accidents and sudden illness
- Describe how to carry out a primary survey
- Identify 5 ways to keep yourself and others safe within the work place
- Identify who to contact to report health and safety issues
- Identify 4 types of legislation relating to health and safety
- Describe the symptoms, causes and treatment of Legionnaires disease
- List 5 of your own responsibilities and 5 responsibilities of others within your work place
