Chemical / Hazardous Substances in the Workplace
This course is designed for individuals working in environments where hazardous substances are present but not directly handled.
- Duration
- 1/2 day
- Topic
- Hazardous Substances
At a glance
Course details
Duration: 1/2 day
Unit Standard:
| Unit # | Name | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31292 | Demonstrate knowledge of workplace procedures relating to hazardous substances | 3 | 2 |
Overview
Chemical / Hazardous Substances in the Workplace course overview
Curriculum
What you'll cover
This course is designed for:
- Workers who work near hazardous substances but are not responsible for directly handling them.
- Contractors and visitors who need to understand site controls before entering hazardous substance areas.
- People who are new to workplaces where hazardous substances are present and need practical awareness of exposure risks.
- Safety officers, supervisors, managers, and health and safety personnel who need a clearer understanding of hazardous substance risks and site procedures.
- Organisations in sectors such as manufacturing, construction, chemical processing, and utilities where people may be exposed to hazardous substances during normal work.
Our approach
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Format
Course format and duration
Upcoming sessions
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There are no public sessions scheduled at this time. Please contact us to arrange in-house training or to be notified when new dates are available.
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Frequently asked questions
This course is for people who work around hazardous substances without necessarily handling them directly. It suits workers, contractors, visitors, supervisors, and health and safety personnel who need to recognise hazardous substance risks, understand site controls, and know what to do if something goes wrong.
Hazardous substances training is required where workers may be exposed to hazardous substances. Workers need to understand the risks, controls, safe handling requirements, and emergency actions associated with the substances used in their workplace. This training helps build that awareness and supports safer day-to-day work practices.
No, this course is designed for people who may be exposed to hazardous substances even if they are not using them directly. Vapours, spills, poor storage, and uncontrolled releases can still affect nearby workers and contractors, so learners need to understand warning signs, exposure risks, and emergency procedures.
Learners need written and spoken English equivalent to NCEA Level 1 (Year 11) or IELTS 5.5 or higher. If someone does not meet that level, the current course information says they should speak with IMPAC to discuss support options before attending.
The course runs for half a day, covering hazardous substance awareness, site controls, and emergency procedures.
Yes, this course includes one assessment for NZQA Unit Standard 31292.
This course includes NZQA Unit Standard 31292, which covers workplace procedures for handling hazardous substances safely.
IMPAC recommends refresher training at least every two years to help workers maintain safe hazardous substances handling practices and keep their knowledge current. Refresher training may also be needed when substances, procedures, controls, legislation, or workplace risks change, or following incidents, near misses, or audit findings.
IMPAC recommends refresher training at least every two years to keep hazardous substances knowledge and procedures current. NZQA unit standards do not expire from a learner’s Record of Achievement, but refresher training remains important as workplaces, substances, and controls change over time.
Yes, this course is available for in-house delivery nationwide. In-house training can help organisations provide workers with a consistent understanding of hazardous substances risks, controls, and workplace responsibilities.
Please bring a driver’s licence or another form of photo identification to training.
In-house: $3600 + GST for up to 12 persons, with additional persons charged at $280 + GST each (maximum of 16).
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Further study options
If you’re continuing your learning journey in health and safety, this course can contribute towards IMPAC’s Certificate in Applied Workplace Health and Safety Practices (Level 3), which leads to the New Zealand Certificate in Workplace Health and Safety Practice (Level 3).
This course is a elective module within the programme, allowing you to build on your existing training while working towards a recognised qualification over time. Browse all Hazardous Substances training courses.
This programme is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under section 439 of the Education and Training Act 2020, and Impac Services Limited is accredited to provide it under section 441 of the Education and Training Act.
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