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Learning activity

Description
TitleControl of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) training
CategoryHealth and Safety
OverviewThis course is for staff who carry out COSHH risk assessments or review risk assessments carried out by others as part of their job. Hazardous substances are handled and stored across the University in a range of departments. Some substances can cause short term and/or long-term health effects and could cause fire and environmental hazards. This course details what is covered under COSHH, labelling, how to complete a COSHH assessment and the control measures required. Please note this course does not cover DSEAR. For more information on COSHH, please see the Hazardous Substances Safety page on the Staff Directory.
Learning outcomes
    Schedule
    Book Event 1
    PresenterAdam Woodhouse
    LocationCTC.3.01
    CampusColchester
    Date and time10:00 to 12:00 Wednesday 20 May 2026
    Duration02:00
    Available places2
    Book Event 2
    PresenterAdam Woodhouse
    LocationNTC.2.01
    CampusColchester campus
    Date and time10:00 to 12:00 Friday 3 July 2026
    Duration02:00
    Available places9
    Booking instructions
    University of Essex employeeUse the link provided above to book your place via HR Organiser.
    Partner institutionPlease discuss with your point of contact at your Partner Institution in the first instance.
    Student Union contractors; PhD studentsPlease contact the Organisational Development team.