Hazardous substances are present in every childcare setting — from cleaning products to craft materials — and any member of staff can be affected. This Level 2 COSHH course, developed specifically for childcare environments, gives staff the knowledge to identify risks, carry out COSHH assessments, and work safely with hazardous substances every day.
What you’ll learn
- Identify hazardous substances and the health risks from over-exposure
- Understand COSHH regulations and what they mean in practice
- Know where to find guidance and how to use it
- Carry out COSHH assessments and produce action plans
- Apply adequate controls and understand the principles of good control practice
- Use the hierarchy of control and understand control reliability
- Reduce exposure through process change and substitution
- Select and use the correct PPE for hazardous substances
Who it’s for
All childcare and nursery staff who use, handle, or are exposed to hazardous substances in the workplace.
What’s included
- NFAQ-accredited completion certificate
- Evidence for compliance & Ofsted audit
- Media-rich learning with voiceovers
- Learn on any device, at your own pace
Accredited by NFAQAll of our courses carry NFAQ accreditation, giving you recognised evidence of completion for compliance and Ofsted audit.
Training a whole team?
Buy multiple licences, or give every member of staff unlimited access with the Training Portal from £5 per learner.
