COSHH Training
This online COSHH Training course gives every worker who handles or works near hazardous substances the essential knowledge to recognise the risks, apply the right control measures, and meet their legal responsibilities under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 — in just 30 minutes for £14 per learner.
This RoSPA-approved and CPD-accredited online COSHH course is suitable for anyone who handles, works near or supervises the use of substances hazardous to health — from cleaners and laboratory staff to hairdressers, painters, caterers and care home employees — and gives every learner what they need to control exposure, reduce risks and stay compliant. Part of Online CPD Academy.
- Level
- COSHH awareness
- Format
- 100% online
- Duration
- 30 minutes
- Modules
- 5 short modules
- Assessment
- Multiple-choice exam
- Pass mark
- 80% · free unlimited retakes
- Certificate
- Instant printable PDF
- Accreditation
- RoSPA & CPD
What is the COSHH Training course?
This online COSHH Training course gives every worker who handles or works near hazardous substances the essential knowledge to recognise the risks, apply the right control measures, and meet their legal responsibilities under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 — in just 30 minutes.
This RoSPA-approved and CPD-accredited online COSHH course is suitable for anyone who handles, works near or supervises the use of substances hazardous to health — from cleaners and laboratory staff to hairdressers, painters, caterers and care home employees — and gives every learner what they need to control exposure, reduce risks and stay compliant.
Studied entirely online and at your own pace, you’ll complete it in around 30 minutes and receive an instant, printable certificate the moment you pass. COSHH Training is part of Online CPD Academy — a UK provider of accredited online training spanning health & safety, fire safety, first aid and more.
What You'll Learn
This online COSHH training course gives learners:
- The substances and biological agents covered by COSHH
- How to identify hazardous substances in your workplace
- The health risks associated with exposure to different types of hazardous materials
- Your legal responsibilities under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
- The five steps of a COSHH risk assessment
- The hierarchy of control measures used to control exposure and reduce risk
- How to follow safe handling, storage and emergency procedures for hazardous substances at work
The course combines clear explanations, real-world workplace examples and short interactive checks — making sure every learner finishes with the knowledge to handle hazardous substances safely and the certificate to prove it.
Course content
The course is divided into five short, interactive modules. Each module includes interactive elements and short reviews to reinforce learning and prepare you for the final assessment.
1Introduction to COSHH and Hazardous SubstancesWhat COSHH covers and why it matters.
What's covered
- The substances and biological agents covered by COSHH
- How to identify hazardous substances in your workplace
- Why COSHH awareness matters for anyone handling or working near hazardous materials
- An overview of what the rest of the course covers
2Health Risks and Different Types of HazardsHow exposure harms health.
What's covered
- The health risks associated with exposure to different types of hazardous materials
- The different types of hazardous substances and biological agents found at work
- How hazardous substances enter the body and cause harm
- How to identify health risks before they cause harm
3The COSHH Risk Assessment in Five StepsAssessing and recording the risk.
What's covered
- The five steps of a COSHH risk assessment
- How a COSHH risk assessment is carried out and recorded
- The difference between COSHH awareness training and a COSHH risk assessment
- How assessments and training work together to control risk
4Control Measures and Reducing ExposureControlling the risk at work.
What's covered
- The hierarchy of control measures used to control exposure and reduce risk
- How to use control measures correctly to reduce exposure
- The role of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- How control measures keep you and your colleagues safe
5Safe Handling, Storage and Emergency ProceduresWorking safely and responding to incidents.
What's covered
- How to follow safe handling, storage and emergency procedures for hazardous substances at work
- What to do if there is a spill or exposure incident
- How to stay compliant with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002
- When to seek further guidance
Assessment & certificate
At the end of the course there is a short final assessment in multiple-choice format with an 80% pass mark. If you don’t pass first time, retakes are completely free of charge — there’s no limit on attempts and no extra cost.
Once you’ve passed, your RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited COSHH certificate is issued instantly and is available to download and print straight from your account — ready for site inductions, audits, supplier reviews and your health and safety records. The certificate has no expiry date, though we recommend refreshing your COSHH training every three years.
Suitable For
This COSHH training course is suitable for any worker, supervisor, manager or employer who handles, supervises or works near substances hazardous to health, including:
- Cleaners, caretakers and facilities staff
- Warehouse, factory and laboratory workers
- Construction, painting and decorating teams
- Hairdressers, beauticians and salon staff
- Catering, hospitality and food production employees
- Healthcare, care home and veterinary staff
It’s also ideal as refresher training to keep your knowledge current and your COSHH certificate up to date — and as a quick way for employers to demonstrate they’ve trained anyone who handles hazardous materials at work.
Not sure if you need it? Our COSHH guides explain exactly who’s covered under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
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Automatic certificates
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Audit-ready records
Completion dates and certificate numbers stored centrally — exactly what HSE inspectors, insurers and ISO auditors want to see.
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Why Take This Course?
Hazardous substances are present in almost every workplace — from cleaning products and salon chemicals to industrial solvents, dust, fumes and biological agents. This course equips employers and workers to recognise the danger, meet their legal duties and stay safe at work.
RoSPA approved and CPD certified
Our COSHH Training course is fully RoSPA approved and CPD accredited — two of the most widely recognised UK accreditations for workplace health and safety training. The course covers every essential of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002, so employers, insurers and inspectors can accept it as suitable awareness training.
Your certificate, ready the moment you pass
The second you finish the final assessment, a printable PDF certificate is ready to download from your dashboard. RoSPA approved and CPD accredited, recognised by employers across the UK for site inductions, audits and health & safety records.
- ✓High-resolution printable PDF certificate
- ✓Shows the course name, your name and completion date
- ✓RoSPA approved and CPD accredited, with no expiry date
Certified in three simple steps
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Learn at your own pace
Work through five short modules online. Your progress saves automatically, so you can pause and pick up where you left off — most learners finish in around 30 minutes.
Pass and get certified instantly
Score 80% or more on the multiple-choice assessment and download your RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited certificate as a printable PDF straight away. Free unlimited retakes if you need them.
COSHH training FAQs
Is this course recognised by employers? +
Yes. Our COSHH Training is RoSPA approved and CPD accredited — two of the most widely recognised UK accreditations for workplace health and safety training. Employers, insurers and inspectors accept it as suitable awareness training under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
How long does the course take? +
The course takes around 30 minutes to complete. You can pause at any time and return when it suits you — your progress is saved automatically.
Who should take COSHH training? +
Anyone who handles, works near or supervises the use of hazardous substances — chemicals, dusts, biological agents, fumes, mists or vapours. That covers a huge range of workers, from cleaners and laboratory staff to hairdressers, painters, caterers and care home employees.
What's the difference between COSHH awareness training and a COSHH risk assessment? +
COSHH awareness training (this course) gives workers and supervisors the knowledge to recognise hazards, use control measures and follow safe handling procedures. A COSHH risk assessment is a separate, written assessment the employer (or a competent person) carries out for each hazardous substance used at work. The two work together — your team understands the risks, your assessments show how you control them.
What if I fail the assessment? +
Retakes are completely free of charge. There’s no limit on attempts and no extra cost.
Will I get a certificate? +
Yes. A RoSPA-approved, CPD-accredited COSHH certificate is issued instantly on completion of the course and is downloadable from your account.
Does the certificate expire? +
The certificate doesn’t have an expiry date — once you’ve passed, it’s yours. We recommend refreshing your COSHH training every 3 years, or sooner if the substances you use, the processes involved, or the people doing the work change significantly.
Does this course replace the need for substance-specific training? +
No. This is COSHH awareness training. Some workplaces will need additional task- or substance-specific training on top — for example, where workers use respiratory protective equipment or handle particularly hazardous chemicals. Treat this course as the foundation, and layer specific training on top where needed.
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Popular COSHH guides
Read our latest guides on hazardous substances, COSHH risk assessments and staying compliant under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.