Course Introduction
The ICTQual AB Level 1 Award in COSHH introduces learners to the essential principles of controlling substances that pose risks to health in the workplace. This entry‑level course is designed to build a clear understanding of what hazardous substances are, how they can affect health, and why proper control measures are critical for maintaining a safe working environment.
Learners explore the fundamentals of COSHH regulations, including identifying hazardous materials, interpreting warning labels, understanding exposure routes, and recognizing employer and employee responsibilities. The course emphasizes practical awareness, helping participants understand how to apply safe handling, storage, and disposal practices in real workplace settings.
By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the foundational knowledge needed to support COSHH compliance and contribute to safer day‑to‑day operations.
Just 4000/- PKR
Program Highlights
Mandatory Units
This qualification, the ICTQual AB Level 1 Award in COSHH, consists of 3 mandatory units.
- Introduction to COSHH and Legal Responsibilities
- Recognising Hazardous Substances and Their Health Effects
- Basic Control Measures and Safe Handling Practices
To enroll in the ICTQual AB Level 1 Award in COSHH, learners must meet the following requirements:
Age Requirement
- Learners must be at least 16 years of age at the time of enrolment.
Educational Background
- Learners should have a basic level of formal education, typically equivalent to secondary school completion. No advanced qualifications are required, but participants should have sufficient literacy and numeracy skills to understand course materials and complete simple assessments.
Professional Experience
- No prior experience in COSHH or health and safety is required. This course is ideal for newcomers, frontline staff, supervisors, or anyone who may handle or work near hazardous substances.
Language Proficiency
- Participants must have a functional command of the language in which the course is delivered.
Here are the learning outcomes for each study unit:
Introduction to COSHH and Legal Responsibilities
- Understand the purpose and scope of COSHH regulations
- Identify the legal responsibilities of employers and employees under COSHH
- Recognise the importance of complying with chemical safety legislation
- Explain how COSHH fits within overall workplace health and safety practices
Recognising Hazardous Substances and Their Health Effects
- Identify different types of hazardous substances found in various work environments
- Understand routes of exposure and how substances can enter the body
- Recognise short-term and long-term health effects of common hazardous substances
- Interpret hazard symbols and warning labels according to international standards
Basic Control Measures and Safe Handling Practices
- Apply basic control measures to reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous substances
- Demonstrate safe storage, handling, and disposal procedures
- Understand the purpose and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Follow organisational procedures for working safely with chemicals
The ICTQual AB Level 1 Award in COSHH is designed for individuals who work with, around, or are responsible for managing hazardous substances in the workplace. It provides essential knowledge for anyone aiming to improve safety awareness and support COSHH compliance at an introductory level. This course is suitable for:
- Frontline employees who handle or may be exposed to hazardous substances
- Supervisors and team leaders responsible for monitoring safe working practices
- New or aspiring health and safety practitioners seeking foundational COSHH knowledge
- HR staff involved in workplace safety documentation and incident reporting
- Maintenance, cleaning, and facilities personnel working with chemicals or cleaning agents
- Warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing staff operating in environments with chemical exposure
- Small business owners aiming to strengthen workplace safety and meet legal obligations
- Apprentices and new workers entering industries where hazardous substances are present
- Training providers and educators delivering basic workplace safety programs
- Volunteers or community workers operating in environments requiring chemical safety awareness
- International learners seeking an accessible introduction to COSHH principles
