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Keeping employees safe from hazardous substances is a legal responsibility for every organisation. This COSHH Risk Assessment Training for Managers & Supervisors course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to identify hazardous substances, carry out effective COSHH risk assessments, and implement suitable control measures in line with UK legislation.
Whether you supervise a small team or manage health and safety across a large organisation, understanding COSHH is essential for reducing workplace risks and maintaining legal compliance. This course explains complex regulations in a simple, practical way, helping you make informed decisions that protect both people and your business.
Developed by qualified health and safety professionals, this CPD accredited course combines interactive learning, expert tutor support, and industry-focused content. Study online at your own pace, enjoy lifetime access across all devices, and receive an instant free CPD certificate upon successful completion.
Key Features
- CPD Accredited
- Fully online, self-paced learning
- Interactive modules for better engagement
- Audio and visual learning materials
- Assessment included
- Accessible on mobile, tablet, and desktop
- 24/7 tutor support
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Learning Outcomes
By completing this course, you’ll gain the confidence to conduct effective COSHH risk assessments and manage hazardous substances safely within your organisation.
- Understand the purpose and legal requirements of the COSHH Regulations.
- Identify hazardous substances and recognise different health hazards.
- Interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and hazard labels correctly.
- Carry out suitable and sufficient COSHH risk assessments.
- Select appropriate control measures using the hierarchy of controls.
- Monitor workplace exposure and support effective health surveillance.
- Maintain accurate COSHH documentation and review assessments regularly.
- Promote a safer workplace while ensuring ongoing legal compliance.
Certification
- Instant digital certificate available upon completion
- Printed certificate available for delivery (postal charges may apply)
- Certification is recommended to be renewed every 3 years to stay updated
Accreditation
This course is fully accredited by CPD and endorsed by QLS, ensuring recognised standards of quality and learning.
Who Should Take This Course
This course is ideal for anyone responsible for managing hazardous substances or carrying out COSHH risk assessments in the workplace. It provides practical knowledge suitable for both new and experienced professionals working across a wide range of industries.
- Managers and Supervisors
- Health and Safety Managers
- Health and Safety Officers
- COSHH Assessors
- Compliance Officers
- Facilities Managers
- Warehouse and Manufacturing Supervisors
- Laboratory Managers and Technicians
- Construction Site Managers
- Anyone responsible for workplace safety and COSHH compliance
No previous COSHH experience is required. Whether you’re developing your health and safety knowledge or refreshing your existing skills, this course provides practical guidance you can confidently apply in the workplace.
Why Take This Course
Hazardous substances are present in almost every workplace, from cleaning chemicals and paints to dusts, fumes, and biological agents. Understanding how to assess and control these risks is essential for protecting employees, reducing accidents, and meeting legal obligations under the COSHH Regulations.
- Gain a recognised CPD accredited qualification.
- Learn from qualified health and safety professionals.
- Study online anytime with lifetime access.
- Enjoy flexible, self-paced learning on any device.
- Receive dedicated tutor support throughout your studies.
- Learn practical COSHH risk assessment techniques.
- Improve workplace compliance and reduce health risks.
- Strengthen your professional skills and career opportunities.
- Meet current UK health and safety industry standards.
- Receive an instant free CPD certificate after successful completion.
Whether you want to improve workplace safety, fulfil your management responsibilities, or advance your health and safety career, this course provides practical, up-to-date knowledge that can be applied immediately in real working environments.
Job Opportunities & Salary Expectations in the UK
Completing a COSHH risk assessment training course can support career progression across manufacturing, healthcare, construction, education, laboratories, logistics, engineering, and many other industries where hazardous substances are used or stored.
- Health and Safety Officer – £28,000–£40,000 per year
- Health and Safety Advisor – £35,000–£50,000 per year
- COSHH Assessor – £32,000–£48,000 per year
- Compliance Officer – £35,000–£55,000 per year
- Health and Safety Manager – £45,000–£65,000 per year
- Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – £50,000–£75,000 per year
- Risk and Compliance Manager – £45,000–£70,000 per year
- Occupational Health and Safety Consultant – £45,000–£80,000+ per year
Actual salaries vary depending on experience, qualifications, industry sector, employer, and location across the UK. Combining COSHH knowledge with recognised health and safety qualifications can significantly improve your employability and career progression.
Entry Requirements
This course is suitable for learners of all experience levels.
- No formal qualifications required.
- No previous COSHH knowledge needed.
- Basic English reading and writing skills.
- Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection.
Course Curriculum
The detailed curriculum outline of our COSHH Risk Assessment Training for Managers & Supervisors is as follows:
Start by building a solid understanding of the legislation that underpins the safe management of hazardous substances in UK workplaces. This module explains the purpose of the COSHH Regulations, employer responsibilities, and how COSHH fits alongside other key health and safety laws. You’ll gain the knowledge needed to understand legal duties and managerial accountability with confidence.
Before risks can be controlled, hazards must be identified correctly. In this module, you’ll explore the different types of hazardous substances, learn how to interpret Safety Data Sheets and hazard labels, and understand the routes of exposure that can affect employee health. This knowledge forms the foundation of effective COSHH risk assessments.
This module focuses on the practical process of completing suitable and sufficient COSHH risk assessments. You’ll discover how to evaluate workplace hazards, assess the level of risk, select appropriate control measures, and document assessments clearly to support compliance and protect employees from harmful exposure.
Effective risk management goes beyond identifying hazards. This module explains how to implement practical control measures, apply the hierarchy of controls, manage personal protective equipment, and establish safe systems of work. You’ll also learn how training and supervision contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
Ongoing monitoring plays a vital role in ensuring control measures remain effective. Throughout this module, you’ll learn about exposure monitoring, health surveillance requirements, record management, and responding to workplace incidents. These practices help organisations continually improve their approach to protecting employee health.
Conclude your learning by exploring how strong leadership and regular auditing support long-term COSHH compliance. This module examines continuous improvement strategies, integration with recognised health and safety management systems, contractor management, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of workplace health and safety.
FAQs
1. What is COSHH risk assessment training?
COSHH risk assessment training teaches you how to identify hazardous substances, assess the risks they present, and implement suitable control measures in accordance with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. It helps employers and managers protect employees while meeting UK legal requirements.
2. Who should complete COSHH assessor training?
COSHH assessor training is suitable for managers, supervisors, health and safety professionals, compliance officers, and anyone responsible for carrying out COSHH risk assessments. It is also valuable for employees working with hazardous substances in any industry.
3. Is this COSHH risk assessment training suitable for beginners?
Yes. This beginner-friendly course explains COSHH principles, legal responsibilities, and risk assessment processes in straightforward language. No previous health and safety experience is required, making it suitable for both new and experienced learners.
4. What will I learn during this COSHH assessment training course?
You’ll learn how to identify hazardous substances, interpret Safety Data Sheets, evaluate exposure risks, apply suitable control measures, maintain COSHH documentation, and support compliance with current UK health and safety legislation through effective risk management.
5. Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. After successfully completing the course, you’ll receive an instant CPD accredited certificate. This demonstrates your professional development, supports your career progression, and provides evidence of your knowledge of COSHH risk assessment principles and workplace safety.
6. Is this COSHH risk assessment training CPD accredited?
Yes. This course is CPD accredited, helping you enhance your professional knowledge while supporting your continuing professional development. After successfully completing the course, you’ll receive an instant free CPD certificate that can strengthen your CV and demonstrate your commitment to workplace safety.
7. Can I complete this COSHH training course online?
Absolutely. This course is delivered entirely online through Training Express, allowing you to study whenever it suits your schedule. With lifetime access and a mobile-friendly learning platform, you can revisit the course materials anytime from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
8. Why is COSHH risk assessment important in the workplace?
A COSHH risk assessment helps identify the dangers associated with hazardous substances before they cause harm. It enables employers to introduce suitable control measures, reduce employee exposure, prevent occupational illnesses, and remain compliant with UK health and safety legislation.
9. How often should a COSHH risk assessment be reviewed?
COSHH risk assessments should be reviewed regularly and whenever significant workplace changes occur. Reviews are also necessary if new hazardous substances are introduced, work processes change, or following an incident to ensure existing control measures remain effective.
10. Can this course help me progress in my health and safety career?
Yes. Understanding COSHH risk assessment is a valuable skill for managers, supervisors, and health and safety professionals. Completing this course can improve your confidence, enhance your professional credibility, and support career progression across a wide range of industries.
Course Curriculum
| COSHH Risk Assessment Training for Managers & Supervisors | |||
| Module 1 Foundations of COSHH and Legal Framework | 00:11:00 | ||
| Module 2 Hazard Identification and Classification | 00:11:00 | ||
| Module 3 Conducting COSHH Risk Assessments | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 4 Implementing and Maintaining Control Measures | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 5 Monitoring, Health Surveillance, and Recordkeeping | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 6 Auditing, Leadership, and Continuous Improvement | 00:08:00 | ||
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