Upcoming Courses
Friday, 3rd July 2026
7:30 am
3:30 pm
Classic Flyers, 9 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui
Course Information
Course Information
$320.00
per person excl gst
Course Units
Location
At our training centre, or if you would prefer, we can provide training at your workplace.
Attendee Numbers
Maximum of 12.
Course Description
This advanced course is designed for those responsible for managing, storing, using, disposing of, and handling hazardous substances in a workplace. Course content includes the use of signage, inventory, tracking, and managing adverse effects of hazardous substances.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of classifying hazardous substances.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the potential adverse effects of hazardous substances on the body and environment, types of exposure monitoring, and treatment options.
- Interpret health and safety information for safe handling, storage, and disposal of a hazardous substance.
- Demonstrate knowledge of safe storage, tracking requirements, handling, and disposal of hazardous substances.
- Explain and understand the concepts of multiple causation and root-cause analysis.
- Learn about the purpose of a hazard register and its advantages in managing risks.
- Understand legislative requirements on incidents and accidents—barriers to reporting near-miss incidents and how to overcome them.
- Describe and demonstrate the response to the uncontrolled release of hazardous substances.
Entry Criteria
Numeracy and Literacy: To complete the assessments, all students must be able to write, speak, and understand basic English.
Group Bookings Made Easy
We offer sessions for larger groups, delivered at your workplace or ours, to meet your specific safety needs.
Meet Your Instructor
William Lightfoot
HSE Specialist Trainer & Advisor
William is an experienced safety leader and trainer with 15+ years delivering impactful workplace compliance solutions.