Manage Risk Associated With Dangerous & Hazardous Substances

Description

Course Overview

This Unit Standard is intended to provide a general knowledge of the risks associated with the manufacture, use, handling, and storage of dangerous and hazardous substances. It is intended for learners in short term insurance, including underwriting and claims and learners who are involved in the management of risk in other organisations including Haulers, Storekeepers, and learners in Wholesale and Retail and logistics who manage asset risk.

Course Outcome:

The qualifying learner is capable of:

• Describing how dangerous and hazardous substances are classified.
• Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of legislation that applies to the handling and storage of dangerous and hazardous substances.
• Identifying the risk associated with specific dangerous and hazardous substances.
• Applying knowledge of dangerous and hazardous substances to manage risk at a specific site.