Hazardous Chemicals for Managers and Supervisors Training

Description

Leadership in chemical safety starts with the right knowledge.

Managing hazardous chemicals in the workplace isn’t just a procedural task — it’s a legal, ethical, and operational responsibility. Supervisors and managers are not only expected to understand how chemicals are used on-site, but also how to manage the associated risks, ensure compliance, and support a culture of safety among their teams.

This specialised course is designed to provide people in supervisory roles with the knowledge and tools to meet their obligations under current workplace health and safety laws. It focuses on real-world applications of risk management, policy development, and emergency preparedness — all specific to the use of hazardous chemicals.

Whether you manage a warehouse, lead a construction crew, oversee a lab, or supervise a production line, this course gives you the clarity and confidence to lead safely and legally.

What You’ll Learn

This course equips managers and supervisors with a thorough understanding of how to manage hazardous chemicals in compliance with WHS legislation. You’ll explore the entire hazard management lifecycle, from identification to control and review, while also learning how to develop effective internal systems for ongoing chemical safety.

Key learning areas include:

• Your legal obligations under WHS regulations regarding hazardous chemicals

• The hazard management process as it applies to chemicals, including how to identify, assess, and control risk

• Monitoring and reviewing the use of hazardous substances over time

• The role of workplace policies, procedures, and systems in chemical safety

• How to develop, implement, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Emergency planning principles related to chemical incidents and exposure

This training empowers you to take a proactive, systems-based approach to chemical risk — not just react when something goes wrong.

Why It Matters

Hazardous chemicals are common in many workplaces — from solvents and fuels to cleaning agents, adhesives, and laboratory reagents. When improperly managed, these substances can lead to serious injuries, environmental damage, prosecution, or even fatalities.

As a supervisor, you play a central role in ensuring that safety protocols are followed, risks are minimised, and your organisation stays compliant. Failing to fulfil these responsibilities can expose your business — and you personally — to significant legal and reputational consequences.

This course ensures you’re not just compliant on paper, but confident in practice.

Who Should Take This Course

This course is designed specifically for people in supervisory, management, or leadership roles who are responsible for teams that work with or around hazardous chemicals. This includes:

• Operations and site managers

• Warehouse and logistics supervisors

• Construction and maintenance team leads

• Lab supervisors and technical coordinators

• Safety officers and compliance professionals

• HR or training managers responsible for SOP and policy development

It’s also ideal for anyone tasked with updating chemical registers, coordinating safety training, or supporting emergency response planning.

No prior chemical safety certification is required, but a basic understanding of WHS responsibilities is recommended.

Course Format and Assessment

The Hazardous Chemicals for Managers and Supervisors course is delivered online, allowing participants to complete the training at their own pace and on any device. The content is interactive, engaging, and filled with real-world examples that bring the regulations and responsibilities to life.

Assessment is completed through a short quiz at the end of the course to verify your understanding of key principles. A Certificate of Completion is issued immediately upon successful completion.

What You’ll Walk Away With

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Identify and comply with your legal obligations around chemical safety

• Lead and contribute to effective hazard identification, risk assessment, and control

• Develop and implement meaningful SOPs and safety procedures

• Monitor chemical use and respond to changes in risk or regulation

• Contribute to your workplace’s emergency preparedness for chemical-related incidents

• Support your team with targeted training and safety communication

Why Choose OHS.com.au?

OHS.com.au is a national provider of WHS and compliance training in Australia. With years of experience in delivering safety courses across a wide range of industries, we know how to turn legal requirements into practical strategies.

Our training is designed with the manager in mind — clear, concise, actionable, and aligned with real-world workplace challenges. We provide:

• Up-to-date content aligned with current WHS regulations

• Easy-to-use online learning that fits your schedule

• Support before, during, and after your course

• Instant certification upon completion

Get Started Today

If you’re in a leadership role, your team’s safety starts with your knowledge. Enrol in the Hazardous Chemicals for Managers and Supervisors course today and build a safer, stronger, and more compliant workplace.