Hazardous Chemicals
This course is designed to give drivers a thorough understanding of the legislation pertaining to hazardous substances in a workplace, concepts of chemicals and their hazardous properties and characteristics.
Duration: 1/2 Day
Course Content
Legislation including the new REACH Regulation
Health effects and safe working levels
Classification of dangerous substances
Material safety data sheets (MSDS)
The use of PPE and spill kits
Spillage response exercise and recommended actions / procedures
Storage and handling of dangerous substances
Transportation of dangerous substances