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Hazard Communication, Hazardous Materials & Chemical Safety

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Description: This Hazard Communication, Hazardous Materials and Chemical Safety training is suitable for personnel requiring an awareness and understanding of the hazards and controls associated with chemicals. It is aimed at ensuring they have a common understanding of the regulations guiding the handling of chemicals as well as industry best practice when working with chemicals. The course examines the The Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) and the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). It looks at the similarities, the differences and the required programs, procedures, labelling formats and the roles and responsibilities of manufacturers, importers, distributors, employers and employees in the chemical handling chain.The course also gives participants an overview of the requirements for the handling and storage of hazardous substances and understanding of common handling and storage methods for chemicals. This includes discussions on Safety Data Sheet and Label formats like the GHS, NFPA, HMIS, WHMIS, etc. At the end of this course, participants will be able to;Identify the legislation and regulations which outline the handling and storage of hazardous substancesExplain the health effects of working with hazardous substances, and the various ways that these can enter the bodyExplain the use of Safety Data Sheets and Assessments within the subsisting regulationsExplain the common labelling system and identify the standard symbolsExplain the requirements for storage, handling and disposal of hazardous substancesDefine the control measures for handling hazardous substances and explain the control hierarchyExplain the process for managing hazardous substances in the event of a spillIn addition, participants will be able to;Understand the behaviour of chemicals and analyse them based on their characteristics e.g. their flashpoint,
Category: Personal Development > Career Development > Workplace Health and Safety
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