This Self Paced eLearning course is designed to inform employees of the common types of chemical substances that they might encounter while at work, and how to properly handle, store and dispose of them. It will also look at emergency procedures, incident reporting, and how to interpret Safety Data Sheets.
This course also looks at general knowledge of the legal requirements, basic principles, and practices relating to handling, storage and use of chemical substances in the workplace.
Topics covered include:
- Hazards and risks associated with chemicals.
- Duty of care.
- Types of hazardous chemicals.
- Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).
- Spill prevention and management.
- Disposal and waste management.
- Emergency procedures.
- Incident reporting.
Duration: 30 minutes