What is included in COSHH Awareness training?

COSHH Awareness covers what hazardous substances are and how exposure happens; your legal duties under the COSHH Regulations (Northern Ireland) and HSENI guidance; how to read Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CLP/GHS labels; basics of workplace exposure limits; choosing proportionate controls (hierarchy of control, LEV, RPE/PPE); safe storage, waste and spill response; and what to do in an emergency.

Who should attend our COSHH Training course?

Anyone who uses, handles or may be exposed to hazardous substances—operatives, maintenance staff, cleaners, painters/coatings teams, supervisors and contractors. It’s suitable for all sectors in NI, classroom-based with no fitness requirement, and ideal for those completing or implementing COSHH assessments.

Is COSHH training required by law in Northern Ireland?

Yes. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland), employers must provide suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training for anyone who uses, handles or may be exposed to hazardous substances. Training should cover risks, SDS/CLP, controls, PPE/RPE and emergencies.

How often should COSHH training be refreshed?

There’s no fixed legal interval in Northern Ireland. Refresh whenever things change (new substances, processes, equipment or SDS), after incidents/near misses, if supervision shows gaps in competence, and as good practice about every 3 years or sooner for higher-risk roles.

How frequently must COSHH risk assessments be reviewed?

Assessments must be reviewed regularly and whenever they may no longer be valid—for example after process changes, exposure monitoring results, incidents or health-surveillance findings. Many NI workplaces adopt an annual review as good practice, with immediate updates when changes occur.

Are there legal requirements to appoint a COSHH ‘responsible person’ in NI workplaces?

You must ensure competent people plan and implement COSHH controls (Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations Northern Ireland and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Northern Ireland. While the title isn’t prescribed, appointing a COSHH lead/co-ordinator is good practice to manage the substance inventory, SDS, COSHH assessments, chemical training, monitoring and records.

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COSHH Safety Awareness Training in Belfast at Dangle Academy

Be confident working around hazardous substances. Dangle Academy’s COSHH Awareness (Half-day) course gives workers and supervisors the knowledge to recognise risks, read safety information correctly and apply effective controls - supporting compliance with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland) and related HSENI guidance.

Why COSHH Awareness Training Matters?

Exposure to hazardous substances—such as solvents, resins, paints, dusts, fumes, mists, vapours and biological agents—can cause serious short- and long-term ill health, as well as environmental harm. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland) and HSENI guidance, employers must assess and control exposure, provide information/instruction/training and monitor effectiveness. This course builds the know-how to recognise hazards, interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CLP/GHS labels, select proportionate controls (substitution, LEV, RPE/PPE), store and dispose of materials safely and plan for spills and emergencies—helping you stay compliant and keep people safe.

Before enrolling on our COSHH Awareness Training at Dangle Academy, participants should meet the following criteria:

Be 18 years of age or older
Possess a good standard of English to follow course content, read Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labels, and complete any short knowledge checks
No physical fitness requirement - this is a classroom based awareness course with desk-based activities only
No prior COSHH experience required

These requirements ensure learners can take part comfortably, gain the most from the training, and confidently apply their knowledge to real workplace tasks involving hazardous substances.

Our COSHH courses in Belfast support employers in meeting legal duties under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland) and HSENI guidance - helping ensure staff are competent, compliant and prepared to control exposure, manage spills and escalate concerns.

What is included in COSHH Awareness training?
COSHH Awareness covers what hazardous substances are and how exposure happens; your legal duties under the COSHH Regulations (Northern Ireland) and HSENI guidance; how to read Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CLP/GHS labels; basics of workplace exposure limits; choosing proportionate controls (hierarchy of control, LEV, RPE/PPE); safe storage, waste and spill response; and what to do in an emergency.
Who should attend our COSHH Training course?
Anyone who uses, handles or may be exposed to hazardous substances—operatives, maintenance staff, cleaners, painters/coatings teams, supervisors and contractors. It’s suitable for all sectors in NI, classroom-based with no fitness requirement, and ideal for those completing or implementing COSHH assessments.
Is COSHH training required by law in Northern Ireland?
Yes. Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland), employers must provide suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training for anyone who uses, handles or may be exposed to hazardous substances. Training should cover risks, SDS/CLP, controls, PPE/RPE and emergencies.
How often should COSHH training be refreshed?
There’s no fixed legal interval in Northern Ireland. Refresh whenever things change (new substances, processes, equipment or SDS), after incidents/near misses, if supervision shows gaps in competence, and as good practice about every 3 years or sooner for higher-risk roles.
How frequently must COSHH risk assessments be reviewed?
Assessments must be reviewed regularly and whenever they may no longer be valid—for example after process changes, exposure monitoring results, incidents or health-surveillance findings. Many NI workplaces adopt an annual review as good practice, with immediate updates when changes occur.
Are there legal requirements to appoint a COSHH ‘responsible person’ in NI workplaces?
You must ensure competent people plan and implement COSHH controls (Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations Northern Ireland and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Northern Ireland. While the title isn’t prescribed, appointing a COSHH lead/co-ordinator is good practice to manage the substance inventory, SDS, COSHH assessments, chemical training, monitoring and records.

Secure Your Place on a COSHH Awareness Training Course in Belfast Today!

Spaces for our COSHH Awareness Training at Dangle Academy fill up quickly. Designed to support your legal duties under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland) and HSENI guidance, this half-day, classroom-based course helps your workplace manage hazardous substances safely and stay compliant.

Book now to guarantee your place and take the first step towards safer, compliant operations. Our instructors will show your team how to read SDS and CLP/GHS labels, recognise exposure routes and common risks, select proportionate controls (including LEV and RPE/PPE), plan spill response and record COSHH assessments effectively. No fitness requirement.

With regular course dates at our Belfast training centre, onsite delivery across Northern Ireland, and flexible payment options (including PayPal and Klarna), it’s never been easier to train with confidence at Dangle Academy.

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Who Should Attend COSHH Awareness Training?

Employees

For staff in offices, retail, hospitality, healthcare, construction and industry who use or may be exposed to cleaning agents, paints, solvents, dusts or fumes.

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Supervisors

For team leaders and managers who plan work, brief staff, review COSHH assessments and ensure controls, storage and PPE/RPE are followed.

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New Starters

For individuals new to the workplace who need a COSHH induction covering SDS labels, MSDS safe use, spill response and reporting in line with RIDDOR.

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COSHH Coordinators

For appointed COSHH leads, safety reps or anyone responsible for the substance inventory, SDS, training, monitoring and record-keeping.

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COSHH Knowledge

At the end of your training, you’ll demonstrate understanding of hazardous substances and exposure routes, how to interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CLP/GHS labels, and how to apply proportionate controls using the hierarchy of control. You’ll also cover storage and waste, RPE/PPE basics, spill response and emergency procedures—reinforced through interactive discussions and a short knowledge check.

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What You Receive

On successful completion, you’ll be awarded a COSHH Awareness Certificate of Training from Dangle Academy, recognised across Northern Ireland. A three-year refresh is commonly recommended. You’ll also receive course notes, an attendance record for your file, and handy templates to support COSHH assessments, SDS briefings and toolbox talks.

Why Choose Dangle Academy?

Training is delivered in Belfast by experienced instructors, aligned to HSENI guidance and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland). We tailor examples to your substance inventory and site tasks, with centre-based or onsite delivery across NI. Small class sizes make learning straightforward and give your team the confidence to apply controls back at work.

Join Our COSHH Training in Belfast!

At Dangle Academy, we’re proud to deliver expert COSHH Awareness Training in Belfast, aligned with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (Northern Ireland) and HSENI guidance. This half-day, classroom-based course helps workplaces stay safe and compliant by controlling exposure to hazardous substances and preparing teams to respond effectively to spills and incidents.

This essential training is ideal for employees, supervisors and managers, as well as maintenance, cleaning, coatings/painting, warehousing, manufacturing and construction teams across all industries. You’ll learn how to identify hazardous substances and exposure routes, understand your legal responsibilities, read Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CLP/GHS labels, choose proportionate controls (including LEV and RPE/PPE), store and dispose of materials safely, and plan for spill response and emergencies.

Our experienced instructors combine clear theory with practical demonstrations (SDS walk-throughs, label interpretation, PPE/RPE examples, spill-kit basics) and interactive exercises. Every participant leaves with the confidence to contribute to COSHH risk assessments, brief colleagues and apply the right controls back at work.

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Each year in Northern Ireland, over 300 people die from work-related disease - many linked to past exposure to hazardous substances (asbestos, silica, diesel fumes, dusts, gases, vapours).

Every Safety Data Sheet has 16 sections under REACH/CLP. Learning to navigate them helps you plan controls, storage and emergency actions correctly.

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The EU REACH Candidate List now contains 250 substances of very high concern (SVHCs). If you supply chemicals or articles in Northern Ireland, EU REACH duties (e.g., SVHC communication) apply.