This is an intro to the Working with Hazardous Chemical Substances Regulation.
Hazardous Chemical Substances (HAZCHEM) training helps employees who work with or near chemicals understand the hazards, read safety data sheets, apply the correct controls and respond to chemical emergencies, in line with the HCA Regulations.
What this course covers
- Chemical hazards and routes of exposure: inhalation, ingestion, skin absorption and injection
- South African HCA Regulations and GHS classification
- Hazard identification and chemical risk assessment
- The hierarchy of control, from elimination through to PPE
- Reading and using Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Safe storage, labelling and chemical identification
- Emergency response and first aid for chemical exposure
Who should attend
- Employees who handle or work near chemicals
- Manufacturing, laboratory, construction, mining and agriculture staff
- Health and safety representatives and officers
- Employers needing chemical safety compliance
Learning outcomes
- Recognise workplace chemical hazards and legal rights
- Interpret GHS labels and Safety Data Sheets
- Apply the hierarchy of controls to reduce chemical risk
- Respond correctly to chemical incidents and exposure
How it is delivered
Facilitated training delivered by QTE Training and Consulting. Contact QTE for current dates, delivery format (on-site or classroom) and pricing.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Safety Data Sheet?
An SDS is the document that describes a chemical hazards, safe handling, storage and emergency measures. The course teaches you how to read and use one.
What does GHS mean?
GHS is the Globally Harmonised System for classifying and labelling chemicals, used in South African chemical safety compliance.
Who should attend HAZCHEM training?
Anyone who handles or works near hazardous chemicals, plus their supervisors and safety representatives.
How is the course delivered?
Facilitated training. Contact QTE Training and Consulting for dates, format and pricing.