COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE CONTENT

• Labelling of containers of hazardous substances.
• MSDS for hazardous substances and how to access the MSDSs.
• Degree of exposure and routes of entry of the hazardous substances into to the body.
• The risk assessment process and how the employee can contribute.
• The work practices and procedures to be followed in the use, handling, processing, storage, transportation, cleaning up and disposal of hazardous substances.
• The measures used to control exposure to hazardous substances.
• The proper use and fitting of personal protective equipment.
• Procedures to be followed in case of an emergency involving hazardous substances or dangerous goods, including any special decontamination procedures to be followed.
• First aid and incident reporting procedures to be followed in case of injury or illness.