Course Overview
Working with hazardous substances is common across many industries, from laboratories and healthcare settings to manufacturing and facilities management. This COSHH Essentials course introduces the core principles of controlling hazardous substances and ensuring workplaces remain safe and compliant with regulatory expectations.
Participants will learn how to identify hazardous substances, interpret safety data sheets, and understand exposure routes and health impacts. Through mentor-led instruction and practical scenarios, learners will explore the hierarchy of control and apply COSHH principles to real-world workplace situations.
By the end of the day, learners will be able to recognise common COSHH risks, implement practical control measures, and contribute to safer work environments. The programme focuses on practical understanding and confident application rather than theory alone.
Hands-On Learning
Scenario-based risk assessments and COSHH control planning exercises.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Experienced safety mentors guide learners through practical scenarios and compliance approaches.
Career-Ready Skills
Develop practical workplace competence in hazardous substance safety.
Learning Outcomes
Analyse workplace hazardous substance risks
Evaluate COSHH risk assessment processes
Implement appropriate exposure control measures
Communicate hazards and safe handling practices
Design basic COSHH risk assessment documentation
Evaluate workplace safety improvements
Prerequisites
Basic workplace safety awareness
Ability to follow written safety procedures
Interest in workplace health protection
Detailed Syllabus
Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice
Topics Covered
- Course orientation and learning expectations
- Introduction to workplace hazardous substances
- Understanding COSHH responsibilities
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
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Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of COSHH Essentials, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
COSHH focuses on controlling hazardous substances in the workplace to protect health and reduce exposure risks.
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