This module is an introductory training day to the field of basic toxicology and to all of the different terms used – LD50, LC50, systemic toxicity, STOT - as well as to toxicology testing.
To enable the chemical industry to take a responsible position in the care of workers and consumers, it is important for those involved to have a basic understanding of the basic principles of human toxicology.
Who should attend?
This one day training event is intended for those working within the chemical industry who need an introduction to the potential hazards of materials to humans and of the concepts of regulatory test methods leading to a classification regarding health effects.
The training will be based around the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation (EC 1272/2008).
Benefits of attending
Attendance on this series of modules will ensure that your SDSs meet the increasing expectations of both your customers and the regulators. To ensure the most effective training with optimum involvement in participative exercises, there will be a limit of 14 on the number of students.
IOSH members are entitled to include this module in their continuing professional development records.
Comments from previous delegates on this training module:
“Good knowledge of leader. Help in identifying problems in toxicology. A good timetable plan.”
“Kept relatively simple, but didn’t over simplify. Great glossary.”
“Working in groups for exercise was good. Knowledgeable trainer.”
What you will learn
The course will cover the following aspects:
- What is toxicology? Definition, as well as brief discussion of the different disciplines involved
- Basic terms (and acronyms); LD50, LC50, CMR, STOT (part of CLP)
- Animal testing, examples of different studies (sub-acute, acute, sub-chronic, chronic)
- Systemic versus local effects
- Routes of exposure
Legislation
Participants need to bring an electronic copy of the Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures, including Annexes on a laptop or tablet for use during the exercises.
The latest consolidated version of the CLP Regulation can be downloaded from:
http://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:02008R1272-20131201&rid=1.
Note: This module introduces delegates to the area of toxicology, more in-depth discussion of the requirements for Section 11 of the SDS will take place in Module 11 – Advanced Toxicology.
Module Tutor
The training will be given by toxicologist Annette Dock. Annette lives in Sweden and after many years’ experience from working for central authorities in Sweden, now has had her own business running for more than 20 years. Annette has a lot of experience in lecturing to students, as well as in toxicological assessment of substances. She also has a long experience in the preparation of Safety Data Sheets.
Your attention is drawn to the conditions below:
Delegates can be substituted at any time, subject to payment of membership fee if applicable. However, once booked, the full fee is payable. As this is a limited space training event refunds can only be made if CHCS is notified in advance, and is able to successfully re-offer the place to another delegate.
CHCS reserves the right to alter or cancel the programme due to circumstances beyond our control. If CHCS cancels, then refunds will be made.
