Level 2 Award in Hazard Communication (HAZCOM)
The Level 2 Award in Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) offered by OXQUAL develops practical knowledge for identifying, classifying and communicating chemical hazards within the workplace. Effective hazard communication helps employees understand the substances they work with and the...
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) offered by OXQUAL develops practical knowledge for identifying, classifying and communicating chemical hazards within the workplace. Effective hazard communication helps employees understand the substances they work with and the precautions required to prevent exposure, fires, reactions and other chemical incidents.
The programme covers hazard classification, chemical labels, pictograms, Safety Data Sheets, storage, handling, worker training and emergency-response procedures.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Introduction to Hazard Communication
- Purpose of HAZCOM Programmes
- Hazard-Communication Responsibilities
- Globally Harmonized System Principles
- Physical Hazards
- Health Hazards
- Environmental Hazard Awareness
- Chemical Hazard Classification
- GHS Pictograms
- Signal Words and Hazard Statements
- Precautionary Statements
- Chemical Labelling Requirements
- Safety Data Sheets
- Using SDS Information for Risk Control
- Safe Chemical Storage
- Chemical Segregation
- Safe Handling Procedures
- Employee Hazard-Communication Training
- Chemical Spill Response
- Emergency Procedures
- Record Keeping and Compliance Monitoring
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Safety Officers and Supervisors
- Chemical-Plant Workers
- Technicians
- Warehouse Personnel
- Laboratory Staff
- Environmental Health and Safety Personnel
- Employees who work with or around hazardous materials
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Recognise and classify common chemical hazards.
- Interpret hazard labels and GHS pictograms.
- Read and use Safety Data Sheets effectively.
- Improve chemical storage and handling practices.
- Communicate chemical hazards clearly to workers.
- Improve chemical spill and emergency-response awareness.
- Support stronger workplace chemical-safety practices.
- Improve organisational hazard-communication systems.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions and scenario-based assessment.
- Total Questions: 40.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 60 minutes.
- Mode: Online or in-person.
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