HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
“Safe Handling, Risk Control, and Compliance in Hazardous Environments”
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 26 – 27 Jan 2025 | Doha, Qatar | USD 1995 per delegate |
| 04 – 05 Mar 2025 | Doha, Qatar | USD 1995 per delegate |
| 05 – 06 May 2025 | Manama, Bahrain | USD 1995 per delegate |
| 20 – 21 Aug 2025 | Doha, Qatar | USD 1995 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Hazardous substances present serious risks to people, facilities, and the environment. Whether used in manufacturing, construction, laboratories, or maintenance operations, these materials require systematic identification, handling, and control measures to prevent harm and ensure compliance. This practical two-day training equips participants with essential skills and regulatory knowledge to identify hazardous substances, assess exposure risks, and apply control strategies in line with international standards such as OSHA, COSHH, and GHS.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify hazardous substances in the workplace using classification systems
- Interpret chemical safety data sheets (SDS/MSDS) correctly
- Evaluate risks through exposure assessment and activity analysis
- Apply control hierarchy (elimination to PPE) to reduce exposure
- Manage chemical storage, labeling, and disposal requirements
- Understand emergency procedures for spills and exposure events
- Comply with global standards such as GHS, REACH, and COSHH.
Key Benefits of Attending
- Reduce health risks and environmental liability from chemical use
- Ensure safer workplaces and protect employees from long-term harm
- Learn to implement workplace controls and PPE protocols
- Stay compliant with regional and international chemical safety regulations
- Build a proactive culture around chemical hazard awareness and preparedness.
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officers
- Laboratory and Maintenance Supervisors
- Plant, Warehouse, and Facility Managers
- Chemical Users and Storekeepers
- Risk Managers and Compliance Officers.
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
- Chemical hazard recognition and classification
- Practical risk control techniques
- Understanding and applying SDS/GHS labels
- Emergency and spill response
- Legal compliance knowledge
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
- Improved chemical safety and exposure prevention
- Enhanced compliance with GHS, COSHH, REACH, and OSHA regulations
- Reduced workplace incidents involving hazardous materials
- Improved storage, inventory, and chemical tracking systems
- Greater confidence during inspections and audits.
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
- Lectures – Key chemical safety principles and legislation
- Case Studies – Past incidents and lessons learned
- Group Exercises – Classification and hazard control planning
- Tools – SDS interpretation, inventory templates, risk matrices
- Review – Trainer-led recap and real-world scenario evaluation
Course Outline
COURSE OUTINE
Detailed 4-Day Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 2–3 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Foundations of Hazard Identification & Risk Awareness
Module 1: Introduction to Hazardous Substances (07:30 – 09:30)
- What qualifies as hazardous: physical, health, and environmental risks
- Introduction to global standards (GHS, OSHA, REACH, COSHH)
Module 2: Classification and Labeling Systems (09:45 – 11:15)
- Hazard classes, GHS pictograms, H/P statements
- Chemical labeling and color-coding systems
Module 3: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Workplace Hazard Recognition (11:30 – 01:00)
- How to read and interpret SDS
- Identifying substance risks in different environments
Module 4: Workshop – Real-World Substance Mapping (02:00 – 03:30)
- Group activity: assess and list substances used at your site
Day 2: Exposure Assessment and Risk Evaluation
Module 5: Routes of Exposure and Health Effects (07:30 – 09:30)
- Inhalation, skin contact, ingestion, injection
- Acute vs. chronic health risks
Module 6: Risk Assessment Methodologies (09:45 – 11:15)
- Evaluating likelihood and severity
- Applying control banding and using risk matrices
Module 7: Workplace Air Monitoring and Sampling (11:30 – 01:00)
- Introduction to monitoring tools and acceptable exposure limits
- Interpreting TLVs, STELs, and PELs
Module 8: Case Study Analysis – Historical Incidents (02:00 – 03:30)
- Reviewing root causes and how they could’ve been prevented
Day 3: Control Measures and Operational Integration
Module 9: Hierarchy of Controls in Action (07:30 – 09:30)
- Elimination, substitution, engineering controls
- Administrative procedures and PPE effectiveness
Module 10: Chemical Storage, Handling, and Transport (09:45 – 11:15)
- Safe storage: segregation, ventilation, compatibility
- Transport labeling and legal requirements
Module 11: Disposal and Environmental Compliance (11:30 – 01:00)
- Waste classification and proper disposal practices
- Regulatory requirements for hazardous waste
Module 12: Site Walkthrough and Control Planning (02:00 – 03:30)
- Observational checklist and group recommendations for improvement
Day 4: Emergency Response and Communication Strategies
Module 13: Spill Management and Containment Procedures (07:30 – 09:30)
- Spill kit components and spill response protocols
- Notification and isolation practices
Module 14: Fire and Chemical Reaction Hazards (09:45 – 11:15)
- Flammable, reactive, and explosive substances
- Prevention measures and first responder protocols
Module 15: Emergency Planning, Drills, and Communication (11:30 – 01:00)
- Integrating response plans with fire, HAZMAT, and medical teams
- Communication roles and incident command basics
Module 16: Final Workshop – Hazard Scenario Simulation (02:00 – 03:30)
- Group exercise: containment and communication under pressure
- Debrief, peer feedback, and Q&A
Certification
Participants who complete the program will receive a Hazardous Substances, recognizing the development of practical and strategic financial expertise.