COSHH for Clinical Environments
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In our COSHH for clinical environments course you will gain a detailed insight into hazardous substances and the types commonly found in clinical settings. You will learn how to prevent, reduce and control the risks of accidents and ill health and cover the responsibilities that employers and employees have regarding COSHH and health and safety.
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All about COSHH for clinical Environments
On completion of the course, students will gain an understanding of COSHH in clinical environments and the hazardous substances found in these settings. You will examine the COSHH regulations and other relevant laws and consider some of the responsibilities various duty holders have regarding COSHH.
We will cover the hazards and risks associated with hazardous substances in clinical environments. You will look at routes of entry, how hazardous substances can cause ill health and their effects. You will look at examples of the types of hazardous substances in clinical settings.
You will look at how to assess risk and how to identify hazardous substances in clinical environments. You will also learn how to decide on appropriate control measures to reduce the risks.
We will explore the hierarchy of hazard controls and look at some examples specific to clinical settings. You will also look at monitoring, health surveillance, training and maintenance. You will also consider emergencies relating to hazardous substances and what employers must do to protect employees in clinical settings
In order to complete the course, you must achieve 80% or more in the final multiple choice quiz.
You will earn 3 CPD points on completion of the course, this course will take around 3 hours to complete and the certificate will last for two years.
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- Completed online with instant downloadable certificate
- Fully printed certificate posted next day
- Complete the online multiple choice assessment as many times as you need to pass
Units covered on this course
Introduction to COSHH in Clinical Environments
In the first unit we will cover what COSHH in clinical environments mean and why it is important. You will learn about some of the hazardous substances found in these settings. We will also will learn about COSHH regulations and other relevant laws.
Hazards and Risks
In this unit you have an introduction to the hazards and risks associated with hazardous substances in clinical environments. We will cover routes of entry, how hazardous substances cause ill health and some examples of their effects. We will also look at some examples of hazardous substances in clinical settings.
Identifying and Assessing Hazardous
Substances
In the third unit we look at assessing the risks of hazardous substances in clinical environments. You will learn how to identify hazardous substances and explore COSHH assessments and how to decide on appropriate measure to control risks.
Preventing, Reducing and Controlling Risks
In the final unit you will learn about preventing, reducing and controlling risks of hazardous substances in clinical environments. You will explore the hierarchy of hazard controls and look at examples in the clinical setting. We will also cover monitoring, health surveillance, training and maintenance.
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This course has been checked and assured for quality and accuracy by RoSPA, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, to ensure it meets their exacting standards and is up-to-date. Formed over 100 years ago, RoSPA are committed to increasing safety measures and reducing accidents throughout numerous industries as well as campaigning for better standards in health and safety worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about this course and others that we offer. If you still have any questions, simply contact our course advisors on 0800 077 3063 or email hello@cpdonline.co.uk.
How long does it take to complete this course?
This course takes a few hours to complete and you can do this without any restrictions. This means you can buy the course and start at any time. You can also begin your learning, stop and come back to the course to pick up where you left off.
Is this COSHH for Clinical Environments course accredited?
Yes the course is fully accredited through the CPD Certification Service. They review all of our content to check for quality, depth and that the material is fully up-to-date. Each year our membership with the service is renewed and all courses are thoroughly checked prior to being accredited.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes, as soon as you finish this course you can immediately download a PDF version of your personalised certificate. We also then send a fully printed copy to you by first class post.
How long does the certificate last?
The certificate after finishing this course lasts for 2 years until expiry which is when we recommend completing the training again. Some industries may require an update to CPD more frequently than this and others may not but, as a standard rule, we recommend completing the COSHH for Clinical Environments course every 2 years to ensure it is fresh in your mind and you understanding the latest regulations.
What are the benefits of studying this course online?
By completing this course online you can study in your own time and at your own pace. Having the ability to complete the units at a time to suit you engages your learning much more and enables you to interact and soak up the information easier.
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