PDC54061 - Chemical Hazard Awareness

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Version Effective: 3rd of June, 2021

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Microcredential Summary

This online micro-credential provides an overview of hazardous chemicals including the correct identification, labeling, safe handling, storage, and requirements for documentation in the workplace. The requirements for using Safety Data Sheets are described to reinforce the responsibility of both individual and employer to prevent chemical injuries in the workplace.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, however, students enrolling in this course should work or study in the health and/or science profession.

Course Details

Course Type Internal
Student Availability
  • International
  • Domestic
Fees
No data available.
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply
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Simply set up an account on the site to pay and access the micro-credential you wish to study.
Study Area
  • Health
  • Engineering and Built Environment
  • Work and Study Preparation
  • Mining and Energy
  • Transport and Safety Sciences
Skill Area
  • Building and Construction
  • Community Services
  • Engineering
  • Food Processing
  • Forest Industries
  • Furnishing
  • General Education and Training
  • Health
  • Process/Manufact Food
  • Marine
  • Mining
  • Transport and Warehousing
  • Utilities
  • Wholesale and Retail
  • Automotive Engineering and Technology
  • Laboratory Technology
  • Cookery
  • Safety
  • Education Support

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes 		Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes 		Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential , students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Structure
Standard Micro-credential Structure

2 hours
  • Online
Learning Outcomes
  1. Define what constitutes a hazardous chemical
  2. Understand the purpose, use, and requirements of Safety Data Sheets in the workplace
  3. Describe the emergency equipment required in chemical storage areas
  4. Outline requirements for the safe disposal of hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

Assessment

Online Quiz

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