About the course

Overview

The QA Level 2 Award in Principles of COSHH (RQF) is an accredited course covering the essential principles of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations — providing team members with the knowledge to identify, assess, and control workplace exposure to hazardous substances.

Who it’s for

For workplaces handling hazardous substances — including cleaning-services, laboratories, manufacturing, healthcare, food-service, and any sector where employees encounter chemicals or biological agents in the course of their work. Suitable for team members, supervisors, and health-and-safety representatives.

What you’ll learn

The COSHH regulations and their legal context
Identifying hazardous substances in the workplace
Assessing risk from hazardous substance exposure
Control measures and safe working practices
Emergency response to spills, exposure, and contamination
Recording and reporting obligations under COSHH

Course details

Cohort size: up to 12 delegates per instructor
Materials: printed learner workbook and QA-issued certificate on successful completion
Assessment: ongoing practical assessment plus a short evaluation on the day

Accreditation and certification

Certified by Qualsafe Awards (QA) against the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at Level 2. Certification valid for 3 years.

Delivered by

Delivered by Comera Medical Training. All trainers hold the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) and current instructor certification.

Outcomes

On successful completion you’ll hold the QA Level 2 Award in Principles of COSHH (RQF) — a nationally recognised qualification demonstrating knowledge of safe working practices with hazardous substances.

How it's delivered

Taught in person by an accredited tutor, at the venue shown for each date. Expect practical, hands-on sessions, so wear comfortable clothes you can move in.

QA Level 2 Award in Principles of COSHH (RQF)

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