Comprehensive Toxics and Corrosives Training (HSNO Classes 6 and 8)

Worker 4.5 Core Training

Class 6 and 8 (Toxics and Corrosives)

Duration: 60 mins - 90 mins

Course Overview

Three part training course

At the end of each major topic there are quiz questions to test the user’s knowledge

Module 1: General information and Instruction

Est time - 30 min

This module lays a solid foundation in the rules and regulation from the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017 and HSWA 2015, hazards groups, HSNO classifications, routes of exposure, and control measures.

Module 2: Classes 6 and 8 (Toxics and Corrosives)

Est time - 30 min

This module takes a deep dive into HSNO classes 6 and 8 (toxics and corrosives). In this part of the training course we outline the physio-chemical and health hazards associated with these hazardous substances as well as examine the chemical compounds, subclassifications, degrees of hazard, and the domestic and industrial uses.

Module 3: The Safety Data Sheet (Case Study and Exercise)

Est time - 30 min

This module highlights important sections from the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) which are directly applicable to the health and safety of persons using, handling, storing, and manufacturing hazardous substances. This part of the training course provides a worker with the knowledge and skill to navigate the SDS and serves as a practical exercise.

The final section has an exercise involving an SDS and there are quiz questions to test the user’s knowledge.

Certificate:

A certificate is issued once all modules have successfully been completed

There is no time limit. You can leave, then return to the training at any time.

Note: This module follows the rules set out in 4.5(3)(a) from the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017