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Objectives
On completion of the courses the participants should have the ability to:
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describe the inherent dangers of chemicals hazardous to heath, environment and safety
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understand basic toxicology
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interpret and use the information in Safety Data Sheets
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find relevant information on the Internet
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describe the main parts of regulations regarding the use of chemicals in enterprises
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build and maintain a Substance Register of Safety Data Sheets and other relevant information
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make use of an Internet based Substance Register
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know about the Seveso II directive (control of major-accident hazard) and REACH (Registration Evaluation, Authorisation and restrictions of Chemicals)
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know about the substitution principle
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collect and structure information needed for a risk assessment
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combine information in a systematic risk assessment
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know about recommendations given by authorities, business associations, workers associations, NGOs
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propose measures to eliminate or reduce chemical risk
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outline a plan describing the structure and responsibility for the continuous work for risk reduction in enterprises
The participant will gain/improve skills in:
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online collaborative work with peers by sharing ideas; analysing problems; negotiate meanings and finding solutions;
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process of engaging management and employees in the work for chemical risk reduction
The participants should have developed or strengthened attitudes and competence on:
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responsibility and rights of employers and employees
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local, regional and global impact of chemical pollution on public health