Safe Handling of Chemicals (COSHH) and Manual Handling Aware (induction compliance)

Overview

In addition to general safety legislation the UK also has the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (C.O.S.H.H ) regulations along with the Manual Handling Regulations.

This module is primarily designed as a refresher rather than full training and we would strongly advise undertaking the separate modules Safe Lifting, Carrying and Moving in Hospitality (UK Manual Handling regulations) as these will provide extra depth and information

This module explores firstly; the importance of handling cleaning and chemical products safely including identifying warning symbols and guidance on safe use and using warning signs. Topics include personal protective equipment (PPE), the safe handling of blood and human waste, including the sharps procedure. We also look at how of data sheets and risk assessments are used in an emergency and look at initial emergency actions to take in the event of an accident. The module then develops to Manual Handling techniques and differentiates between acute and cumulative injuries and recognising responsibilities in the workplace. The techniques of lifting and carrying techniques are addressed, including team lifts, as well as the importance of safe pushing and pulling practices. Posture awareness, the risks associated with stretching and twisting, safe use of steps, and secure item storage are also covered. The module refers to identifying RSI and reporting accidents.

Key benefits of this module:

• Understand the responsibility to work safely
• Understand how chemicals can cause harm
• Be confident to recognise warning symbols on products and the potential risks
• Take action to minimise risk when using chemical products including use of PPE
• Understand the risk of biological hazards in the workplace and manage human discharge incidents
• Know the actions to take in example COSHH accidents
• Recognising the difference between acute and cumulative injuries
• Relate injury risks to hospitality working practices
• Know how to assess loads before lifting
• Know how to lift safely, including team lifts and why each point is important
• Carry and place loads safely to minimise risk
• Use steps safely
• Store items to minimise risk
• Remember to bend knees when bending
• Recognise potential RSI actions and think how to reduce the risk
• Understand the importance of reporting injuries

Format

The course is delivered fully online and is split into eight highly interactive sections. Learners will engage with videos, case studies, questions, and activities that use real hospitality situations and finish with a quiz to ensure points are remembered and understood. The module may be completed in short sections over a period of time or all at one go!  In addition, there are links to websites and documents that can be used to research further learning.

Sections include:

COSHH

• Legal responsibilities
• What are hazardous substances?
• Working safely with hazardous substances
• Being health and accident aware!

MANUAL HANDLING

• Risks and legislation
• Lifting safely
• Carrying and lowering safely
• General techniques

Aims of the Course

By completing this training, learners will be able to:

• Identify safe practices when working with hazardous substances
• Identify how to lift and carry safely 

Accreditation

This module is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality with CPD points

Who Should Take This Course?

This module is primarily designed as a refresher for staff working in any type of hospitality venue rather than full training and we would strongly advise undertaking the separate modules Safe Lifting, Carrying and Moving in Hospitality (UK Manual Handling regulations) as these will provide extra depth and information.

Test

At the end of the course, learners complete a 30 question quiz in the same style as the learning activities (drag-and-drop, single choice, multiple choice). The pass mark is 80%, with unlimited retakes available. Certificates are available instantly upon passing.

Post-Module Action Plan

Learners can download our unique actions plans from within the module and complete. A series of questions asks learners to apply the information in the module to their workplace to identify the specific procedures they should follow and identify areas where they need further information or training. Managers can use the action plans to discuss with individuals and organise additional information and training to ensure all the team are confident with the Safety procedures.