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Hazardous Substances for Managers and Supervisors Live Webinar

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Duration:6 Hours - Includes multiple breaks

Available from anywhere you are.

Requires a laptop or mobile device with internet connectivity. Assessments may be completed handwritten and scanned (mobile scans are accepted) or electronically.

Price (excl GST)

$460 Per Person

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Delivered by webinar and accessible from anywhere in New Zealand, this course is for those responsible for the management, storage, use, disposal and handling of hazardous substances in a workplace.

Not sure which training you require, use the flowchart below or give us a call on 0800 222 388 and our team will be happy to help. 

Develop your knowledge of workplace hazardous substances. Learn to understand safe storage and handling, how to identify, select and apply legislated and other controls designed to minimise the exposure of workers to these risks, and ensure your workplace is properly reporting as required under the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017.

The ideal attendees for this course are those responsible for the management, storage, use, disposal and handling of hazardous substances on a workplace. This would apply to store persons, team leaders, supervisors, shift managers, safety officers, purchasing officers and other managers responsible for the PCBU Hazardous Substances controls.

In accordance with the requirements to maintain Consent to Assess for the unit standards taught on this course, Safety ‘n Action had this course pre moderated and approved by our standard setting body, The Skills Organisation.

Students need to have 3 months of work experience in the industry prior to doing the course.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of classifying hazardous substances

  2. Demonstrate knowledge of procedures relating to the uncontrolled release of hazardous substances

  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the technical vocabulary and documentation used for hazardous substances

  4. Understand the potential adverse effects of hazardous substances on the body and environment, types of exposure monitoring, and treatment options

  5. Know the precautions to take relating to the storage and handling of hazardous substances in the workplace

  6. Understand responsibilities relating to the safe storage, handling, and disposal controls compliant to the legislation and workplace requirements

Entry Criteria:

  1. All students are required to have a level of written and oral English equivalent to NCEA level 1 (year 11) or IELTS 5.5 or higher, to be eligible to attend our courses. The person responsible for making bookings or authorising attendance on the course must agree to these Terms and Conditions prior to acceptance of their student(s) onto the course. Where a student does not meet our English language requirement a reader/writer must be supplied by the student or the person responsible for authorising the student’s attendance. The reader/writer cannot be another student attending the same course. 

  • Unit Standards - MHHS (Click to see more detail)

    Unit

    Level

    Credit

    Description

    31290

     

    		 4

    6

    Demonstrate knowledge of safe management and potential adverse effects of hazardous substances in the workplace

    31293

    		 4

    3

    Demonstrate safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances in the workplace

     

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Spill Management Practical Seminar Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Spill Management Practical Seminar training in New Zealand.

The Spill Management Practical Seminar is a hands-on training course that teaches workers how to safely respond to hazardous substance and chemical spills in the workplace. Participants learn practical spill containment techniques, emergency response procedures, PPE selection and environmental protection measures. The seminar is designed to help organisations reduce the risk and impact of chemical spills through effective preparation and response.
This seminar is suitable for workers, supervisors, managers, emergency response teams and anyone responsible for managing chemical spills in the workplace. It is particularly relevant for industries where hazardous substances, fuels, oils, chemicals or other potentially harmful materials are stored or used, including manufacturing, engineering, warehousing, transport, agriculture, laboratories and utilities.
Participants will learn how to:
  • Identify the risks associated with hazardous substance spills
  • Assess spill scenarios and determine appropriate responses
  • Select and correctly use spill response equipment
  • Contain and clean up chemical spills safely
  • Protect people, property and the environment
  • Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly during spill response
  • Understand environmental reporting requirements
  • Dispose of spill waste safely and correctly
Training combines practical exercises with real workplace spill scenarios.
Yes. The Spill Management Practical Seminar is built around hands-on learning. Participants practise using spill response equipment, containment methods and clean-up procedures in realistic scenarios that help them build confidence and competency before facing a real spill situation in the workplace.
No. The Spill Management Practical Seminar is a practical workplace training programme and does not include NZQA unit standards. It focuses on building practical skills and knowledge that workers can apply immediately to reduce the risk and impact of chemical spills.
Yes. The seminar covers environmental protection measures during spill response, including how to prevent chemicals from entering drains, waterways or soil, when to notify relevant authorities about significant spills and how to document and report spill incidents in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements.
Participants learn how to select and use a range of spill response equipment, including absorbents, spill kits, booms, berms, containment materials and PPE appropriate for different types of chemical spills. Understanding which equipment to use for different substances helps workers respond more effectively and safely.
Yes. Safety 'n Action delivers the Spill Management Practical Seminar at workplaces throughout New Zealand or at its nationwide training centres. Onsite delivery allows organisations to train teams using their own spill response equipment and procedures, making the learning immediately relevant to their workplace environment.
Spill management training is valuable for organisations across manufacturing, engineering, transport, logistics, warehousing, agriculture, laboratories, food processing, utilities, cleaning services, construction and any workplace where chemicals, fuels, oils or other hazardous substances are stored or used. Effective spill response reduces environmental impact, protects workers and supports regulatory compliance.
Safety 'n Action is one of New Zealand's leading workplace health and safety training providers. The Spill Management Practical Seminar is delivered by experienced trainers using realistic spill scenarios and hands-on practical exercises. Participants develop the confidence and skills needed to respond safely and effectively to chemical spills, protect the environment and support compliance with New Zealand workplace health and safety requirements.

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