Hazardous Substance Awareness

Overview

Hazardous substances can be a real and serious danger in the workplace if they are not handled correctly and with the right amount of caution. This course gives an in-depth understanding of the issues that are related to working with and around substances that are considered hazardous. Employers have the opportunity to use this course with their own practical training on-the-job to cover Work Health and Safety obligations, and to avoid the dangers and risks associated with toxic and hazardous substances in the workplace.

The online and self-paced Hazardous Substance Awareness course will take participants through a total of 12 important topics, which will include:

• Labelling
• Emergency Procedures
• Health Surveillance
• Managing Risks
• Material Safety Data Sheets
• MSDS Interpretations
• Obligations
• Monitoring
• Signage

Upon completion of this course, you will be issued with a Statement of Completion. This is not an accredited course; however it does provide the theory and underpinning knowledge required to use hazardous substances safely.

Course Details

Course Duration	Dependant on previous knowledge and experience, this course takes 1 to 3 hours. Course delivery is self-paced, and you can start/stop at any time.
Fees	$55
Funding	There is no applicable funding for this course