Understanding Hazard Labels to Promote Safer Workplaces
All our Chemical Labels Awareness Courses are carried out by certified Fire Fighters and Fire Training Instructors.
Course Overview
This course is designed to help employees and safety professionals understand chemical labels and the information they communicate. By the end of this session, participants will be able to confidently interpret labels in accordance with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and REACH/CLP Regulations, supporting safer handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances in the workplace.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
- Gain a clear understanding of chemical labeling standards under GHS and CLP regulations.
- Learn how to identify different types of hazards using symbols and signal words.
- Understand the importance of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in conjunction with chemical labels.
- Be able to apply label information to make safe decisions when handling chemicals.
- Improve workplace compliance and reduce risk of chemical-related incidents.
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:
- Warehouse and production staff
- Maintenance teams
- Laboratory technicians
- Cleaning and janitorial staff
- Health & safety officers
- Supervisors and managers in environments where hazardous substances are used or stored
Course Modules
1. Introduction to Chemical Labeling
What is GHS and why it matters
Overview of REACH and CLP regulations in Ireland and the EU
The link between chemical labels and workplace safety
2. Components of a GHS-Compliant Label
Product Identifier
Signal Words (Danger vs Warning)
Hazard Pictograms and their meanings
Hazard Statements (H-statements)
Precautionary Statements (P-statements)
Supplier Information
3. Hazard Pictograms Explained
Flammable, corrosive, toxic, environmental hazard, etc.
Real-life examples of each type and typical associated products
4. Interpreting Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
How SDS complements chemical labels
Key sections to be aware of (e.g. handling, PPE, first aid)
5. Practical Application
Case studies and label recognition exercises
Group discussions on how to apply label information in real scenarios
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
6. Legal Responsibilities
Employer and employee duties under Irish health & safety law
Importance of maintaining proper labeling in the workplace
7. Emergency Response Basics
What to do in case of accidental exposure or spillage
Using label information for effective emergency response
Training Format
Duration: Half-day (3.5 hours)
Delivery: Classroom up to 12 participants
Materials Provided: Course handouts, sample labels, practice quiz
Certification: Certificate of Completion issued by Fireguard.ie
Why Train with Fireguard?
All our training is delivered by certified Fire Fighters and Fire Safety Instructors with frontline experience. We combine regulatory knowledge with real-world application to help businesses build safer, more compliant working environments.
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