Chemical Safety and Hazardous Substances Management (HSE-018) Training Course

Chemical Safety and Hazardous Substances Management

Chemicals are used in almost every workplace, from laboratories and factories to cleaning and maintenance. Exposure can cause acute injuries, long-term illness, fires and…

5 daysClassroom or online

14Upcoming dates

9Cities

£2,750Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Chemicals are used in almost every workplace, from laboratories and factories to cleaning and maintenance. Exposure can cause acute injuries, long-term illness, fires and environmental harm.

This LLMI course explains chemical hazard classification, safety data sheets, exposure routes and limits, risk assessment for hazardous substances, control measures, storage and segregation, spill response and regulatory requirements including GHS labelling. Participants develop a chemical management programme.

The course is practical and applicable across industries.

Course Objectives

Understand chemical hazard classification and labelling

Interpret safety data sheets

Assess risks from hazardous substances

Select effective exposure controls

Store, handle and segregate chemicals safely

Manage spills, waste and regulatory compliance

Target Audience

HSE professionals

Laboratory managers

Production and maintenance supervisors

Warehouse managers

Procurement staff buying chemicals

Occupational health staff

Course Methodology

Technical presentations

SDS interpretation exercises

Risk assessment workshop

Case studies

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: Chemical Hazards

Types of chemical hazards
Exposure routes
Acute and chronic effects
Legal frameworks
Chemical inventories
Exercise: Inventory review

2Day 2: Classification and Information

GHS classification
Labels and pictograms
Safety data sheets
Exposure limits
Information for workers
Workshop: SDS interpretation

3Day 3: Risk Assessment and Control

Assessing exposure
Hierarchy of controls
Local exhaust ventilation
PPE selection
Health surveillance
Exercise: Chemical risk assessment

4Day 4: Storage and Handling

Storage principles
Segregation
Flammables and corrosives
Transfer and dispensing
Spill response
Case study: Chemical incident

5Day 5: Management Programme

Chemical approval process
Training
Waste disposal
Audits
Continuous improvement
Capstone: Chemical management plan

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Chemical Safety and Hazardous Substances Management course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Chemical Safety and Hazardous Substances Management course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Barcelona. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Paris, Geneva, Dubai, London, Istanbul, Cape Town, Madrid, Vienna.

Can I take Chemical Safety and Hazardous Substances Management online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Chemical Safety and Hazardous Substances Management

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