Chemical Safety Awareness Training

The Real Cost of Chemical Exposure Incidents
• Common causes of chemical-related workplace incidents
• Health impacts of chemical exposure on employees and contractors
• Business disruption, absenteeism, and operational downtime
• Environmental and reputational consequences of poor chemical management
• Lessons learned from workplace incidents and near misses

Understanding Chemical Hazards
• What is a hazardous chemical?
• Types of chemicals commonly used in workplaces
• Physical, health, and environmental hazards
• Routes of exposure (inhalation, skin contact, ingestion, injection)
• Understanding the risks associated with hazardous substances

Hazard Identification & Risk Awareness
• Recognising hazardous substances in the workplace
• Chemical labels and hazard pictograms
• Understanding chemical classifications
• Identifying workplace-specific chemical risks
• Assessing risks before commencing work

Understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Purpose and importance of Safety Data Sheets
• Key sections of an SDS
• Finding critical safety information quickly
• Emergency information and first aid guidance
• Supporting safe use through SDS awareness

Safe Handling, Storage & Control Measures
• Safe handling procedures for hazardous substances
• Chemical storage and segregation principles
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
• Preventing accidental exposure and contamination
• Good housekeeping and workplace safety practices

Emergency Response Awareness
• Responding to chemical exposure incidents
• Understanding workplace emergency procedures
• First aid awareness for chemical contact incidents
• Reporting incidents and near misses
• Escalation procedures and emergency communication

Organisational Responsibility & Safety Culture
• Employee responsibilities for chemical safety
• Supervisor and management responsibilities
• Reporting unsafe conditions and hazards
• Supporting safe systems of work
• Building a proactive chemical safety culture

Chemical Safety as an Ongoing Risk Management Activity
• Maintaining awareness of workplace chemical hazards
• Monitoring safe working practices
• Reviewing workplace risks and controls
• Continuous improvement and incident prevention
• Embedding chemical safety into daily operations

This course is suitable for individuals who work with or may be exposed to hazardous substances in the workplace, including:

• Health & Safety Officers
• EHS Managers
• Facilities Managers
• Maintenance personnel
• Manufacturing and production staff
• Cleaning and hygiene teams
• Laboratory personnel
• Warehouse and logistics staff
• Supervisors and team leaders
• Employees working with chemicals or hazardous substances

No prior chemical safety training is required.

Risk Reduction
Exposure to hazardous chemicals can lead to serious health issues, injuries, and long-term occupational illnesses.

Legal Responsibility
Employers are required to assess and control risks associated with hazardous substances in the workplace.

Workplace Safety
Proper chemical safety practices reduce incidents, contamination risks, and environmental impact.

Compliance
Training supports organisational compliance with Irish workplace safety and chemical safety regulations.

Participants will:
• Understand different types of chemical hazards
• Recognise routes of exposure and associated risks
• Interpret Safety Data Sheets and chemical labels
• Apply safe handling and storage procedures
• Identify appropriate control measures
• Respond to chemical spills and emergencies
• Support workplace compliance and safety practices

Instructor-led training with practical examples and discussion.
Includes:

• Hazard identification exercises
• SDS and label interpretation
• Workplace scenario discussions
• Interactive learning and demonstrations

Delivered:
• Onsite at client premises, or
• Online Webinar

This training supports employer obligations under:

• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 – Chapter 1: Chemical Agents
• Chemical Agents Regulations 2001

Irish legislation requires employers to:

• Identify and assess risks from hazardous substances
• Implement appropriate control measures
• Provide information, instruction, and training
• Ensure safe storage, handling, and use of chemicals
• Protect employees from exposure to harmful substances

Samson Training delivers professional safety training focused on practical workplace risk management and organisational responsibility.

Our approach emphasises:

• Practical chemical hazard awareness
• Clear understanding of roles and responsibilities
• Real workplace scenarios and applications
• Consistent professional delivery
• Observation-led safety learning

We position chemical safety as an integral part of workplace risk management — not just compliance.

What is Chemical Safety Awareness training?
Chemical Safety Awareness training teaches participants how to identify hazardous substances, understand risks, and apply safe handling and storage practices in the workplace.

Who should attend Chemical Safety training?
Anyone working with or exposed to hazardous substances, including maintenance staff, production teams, and safety personnel, should attend this training.

How long does Chemical Safety training take?
The course is typically delivered as a half-day training programme including practical examples and discussions.

Does the course cover Safety Data Sheets?
Yes. Participants learn how to read and interpret Safety Data Sheets and chemical labels.