Dangerous Substances

Introduction

Dangerous substances can be found in nearly every work place. They include flammable liquids, gases and dusts which, if not properly understood and controlled, carry a risk of injury, fire or explosion.

Dangerous Substances provides a basic introduction to what dangerous substances are and how they might react. It aims to make employees aware of the possible risks, and help them understand what precautions to take.

This awareness can help individuals increase their own safety, the safety of their colleagues and help to create a safer working environment.

Who is the course for?

This course is appropriate for any member of staff, but particularly those who have no previous knowledge of the subject and limited work experience. It is especially suitable for environments such as manufacturing or construction sites, where workers can be exposed to potentially hazardous materials.

The easy to follow, step-by-step format of this course means people can work at their own pace. This course is appropriate to any business sector, there are no formal entry requirements and employees do not require any prior experience.

What will you get from this course?

When you have completed this course, you will be able to:

• understand what dangerous substances are
• identify where they are likely to be found
• describe various forms of dangerous substances and their different classifications.

Course features

Dangerous Substances uses on-screen text and graphics to illustrate its main points. At the end of the course, a multiple choice test checks your knowledge and understanding. You can take this test as many times as you want.

You can start this course straight away and access it at any time, providing you have access to a computer with an internet connection. The course is available for six months from the date first accessed.

Other courses you might be interested in

Manual Handling, Computer Safety, Fire Safety, Electrical Safety, Introduction to Health and Safety at Work, Preventing Accidents, Avoiding Slips, Trips and Falls, CPR Essentials

Course code

103082BT008

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