Runcorn is a town in Cheshire, England, situated on the southern bank of the River Mersey. Historically, it developed as an industrial hub, particularly known for its chemical industries and its strategic position as a transport gateway with key rail and road links. The town’s skyline is dominated by the Runcorn-Widnes Bridge, a vital crossing over the Mersey. In recent years, Runcorn has undergone significant redevelopment, focusing on business parks, housing, and leisure facilities. Its proximity to both Liverpool and Manchester has helped make it an important location for commerce and commuting in the North West.
Emergency Spill Training Course In Runcorn
When chemicals or hazardous substances are being used, there is always the potential for a spillage to occur. Spill training is extremely important so that those involved are able to develop a prevention plan and to become familiar with the steps to take when a spill takes place.
Investment in spill training assists towards ISO 14001 and meets with regulations including Pollution Prevention Guidelines and Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations (COMAH), it forms part of your Pollution Incident Response Plan.
Our Emergency Spill Training in Runcorn, is developed by professionals and is designed to show you how to safely store, use and manoeuvre harmful substances, thus decreasing the risk of a spill. You will gain knowledge on how to effectively use a spill kit on-site and learn the importance of becoming familiar with your emergency plan.
Benefits of attending this course include reducing environmental incidents within the workplace, compliance with environmental legislation and knowing that you can confidently and quickly act in the event of a hazardous spill.
What Is Covered?
Our emergency spill training course in Runcorn covers the following topics:
- Physical make up of absorbents
- Relevant legislation and duty of care
- Personal safety
- Containment and clean up techniques
- Storage and handling awareness
- Site contingency planning
- Practical use of personal risk assessment
- Drain sealing techniques
- Spill exercise
Who Can Take The Course?
This course is suitable for professionals in various roles, including those working with hazardous materials, health and safety officers, environmental specialists, facility managers, supervisors, and anyone with workplace safety and spill response responsibilities.
How Long Will The Course Take?
The course takes approximately 4 hours, with morning and afternoon options for flexibility.
What Qualifications Do I Receive?
After completing the course, candidates receive a certificate valid for three years, with a recommended renewal every 3 years.
Get In Touch
Interested in undertaking one of our Emergency Spills training courses in Runcorn? Call us today on 0151 343 0588 to learn more. Alternatively, you can email us at [email protected] and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.