Chemical Risk Assessment (1 Day) - Antaris Consulting

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Health & Safety

Chemical Risk Assessment (1 Day)

Understand, assess and manage chemical hazards confidently
* This course runs in-house only.

Introduction

Effective chemical risk assessment is a cornerstone of workplace safety, particularly where hazardous substances are handled, stored, or disposed of. This one-day course equips learners with the practical skills and legal grounding required to assess and manage chemical risks in accordance with national regulations.

Highly interactive and tailored to organisational contexts, the course enables learners to make informed, safety focused decisions when working with chemical agents.  A key highlight is the hands-on practical risk assessment of hazardous materials, completed by learners and reviewed directly by the course tutor to reinforce real-world application.

Course Overview

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for staff responsible for the identification and risk assessment of hazardous chemicals, including those involved in handling, storage, or disposal of chemical substances.

  • Health and Safety Officers
  • Environmental or Compliance Managers
  • Chemical handlers and laboratory technicians
  • Facilities and Maintenance teams

English Language Competency


A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme. While formal certification (e.g. IELTS) is not required, learners whose first language is not English should have a self-assessed proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.5–6.0 or CEFR level B2.
This level of competence will support learners in understanding course materials, contributing to discussions, and completing assessments where applicable.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Gather and evaluate critical information about chemical substances
  • Identify chemical hazards and assess their impact on health
  • Analyse and quantify chemical-related workplace risks
  • Understand applicable health and safety legislation
  • Determine suitable control measures to reduce exposure
  • Interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
  • Carry out and document a practical risk assessment

These outcomes ensure practical competency and confident application in the workplace.

Course Contents

The course offers a hands-on and regulatory-grounded overview of risk assessment practices. It includes real-world scenarios and a group-based practical assessment.

  • The role of risk assessment in safety management
  • Key elements of the chemical risk assessment process

Understanding hazardous material data:

  • Hazard properties and supplier information
  • Exposure duration and working conditions
  • Occupational limits and preventative actions
  • Maintenance and accidental release controls
  • Accessing and interpreting MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and other resources
  • Impact of chemicals on human health

Legislation overview:

  • Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act (2005)
  • General Application Regulations (2007)
  • Chemical Agents Regulations (2001)
  • Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Carcinogens, Mutagens & Reprotoxic Substances) Regulations (2024)
  • REACH Regulation (1907/2006/EC)
  • CLP Regulation (1272/2008/EC)

The course can be tailored to suit in-company materials and procedures. A key highlight is the hands-on practical risk assessment of hazardous materials, completed by learners and reviewed directly by the course tutor to reinforce real-world application.

Course Tutors

This course is delivered by experienced health and safety professionals.

Each tutor brings real-world auditing experience, sector-specific insights, and a passion for practical training. Their focus is on building learner confidence through engaging, hands-on exercises and personalised support.

  • Elizabeth Walker 
  • Finbarr Stapleton 
  • Gerry Higgins 
  • Peter Fleming 

Learners benefit from expert insight and ongoing support throughout the session.

How Do We Train to Support You?

Our training is interactive, practical, and grounded in current legislation and workplace realities.

  • Pre-training consultation to tailor delivery
  • Comprehensive course notes, regularly updated to reflect the latest standards and best practices
  • Customised in-company delivery available virtually or on-site
  • Real-time support from expert tutors

Places are generally limited to 12-15 to support personalised learning and individual support.

Learner Pathway

Learners who complete this course may wish to consider:

  • Health & Safety Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
  • REACH and CLP – the Basics
  • Overview of Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013
  • ISO 45001:2018 Implementation (OH&SMS)

Further options are available for career progression in health, safety, and compliance.

Upcoming Public Dates

Check out our public course dates below.

Public Course Dates

20-21 March 2026
19-20 JUNE 2026
16-17 JULY 2026
For upcoming public course dates please contact learning@antarisconsulting.com

Course Details

Duration:
1 Day
Delivery Format:
Onsite or Virtual
Language:
English

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