Level 2 Award in Principles of COSHH

Course Overview:
This qualification is aimed at learners entering the workplace where there is a requirement to deal with hazardous substances, they may be employed but this could also be an entry to employment qualification. It is designed to provide learners with essential knowledge about handling hazardous substances safely.

The qualification is aimed at individuals working in various sectors where they may come into contact with dangerous substances, such as chemicals, fumes, dust, and biological agents.
Total Credits: 1
Minimum Guided Learning Hours: 11
Awarding Body: iCQ
Course Duration: 2 months

Entry Requirements: You don’t need any formal qualifications to enrol on this course. Learners will need to produce full and articulate answers to questions. Learners will need to have a good standard of written and verbal communication skills.

  •  The learner must take the 1 mandatory unit to achieve this qualification:

    ·       Principles of the control of substances hazardous to health

    ·       Understand the law relating to hazardous substances in the workplace

    ·       Understand how risk assessments contribute to the safe use of hazardous substances in the workplace

    ·       Understand the precautions and procedures necessary to ensure the risks associated with hazardous substances are controlled properly

  • Assessment method

    The qualification will be assessed by a portfolio of evidence. Your personal assessor will conduct monthly meetings via Teams to review and develop your progress towards the qualification.

    All assessments need to be passed, and each will directly assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the qualification

  • After this programme, you could progress to the Level 2 / 3 Diploma in Adult Care