Please note this training is run by Hertfordshire County Council and VAT is not added to these bookings.
This training also has different booking conditions from the HFL Education terms and conditions: bookings cancelled within four weeks of the course date will be charged at full price (unless a replacement is found) - bookings will be charged at full rate for non-attendees.
About this course
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the key risks and controls for COSHH and Legionella within schools.
With practical advice on the completion of the COSHH inventory and risk assessments and the operational controls needed to mitigate legionella risks.
Content includes:
Legionella - identify what is Legionella and why is it harmful.
- understand the origins of Legionella and the factors which allow it to grow in man-made water systems.
- identify the main conditions that exist for Legionella infection and how to control these risks.
- understand how to carry out Legionella control regimes and keep required records.
- understand and be aware of the legal requirements, approved codes of practice and guidance.
Please bring a copy of your current Legionella risk assessment to the training, having your risk assessment on hand will help in identifying key risks and controls and in applying the training directly to your school.
COSHH - understand how substances should be managed on HCC premises and during HCC activities.
- know where to find information about substances and how to use it. - decide which substances require a COSHH assessment
- carry out a COSHH assessment for a hazardous substance
Learning Outcomes
- the origins of legionella, key hazards and risks (factors that enable it to grow) within school settings
- how to carry out Legionella control regimes and keep required records
- where supporting documents are available to assist in recording checks / reviewing legionella risks
- where to find information about substances and how to use it effectively
- how to decide which substances require a COSHH assessment
- How to access supporting documents for undertaking a COSHH assessment for a hazardous substance
This training will take place at the Hertfordshire Development Centre in Stevenage.
- Event Type: Training: In-person
