About this training
Dusts, fumes, vapours and other substances can expose workers during tasks that seem familiar or routine. Hazardous substances awareness training helps teams consider how exposure occurs, who may be affected and which workplace controls need attention. It should distinguish general awareness from specialist exposure assessment, monitoring and health advice.
Bring information about work processes, substances and existing controls to your discussion with a provider. Safety Training Finder helps employers connect with providers but does not deliver training or assess workplace exposure. Ask the provider to confirm suitable content, credentials and availability, including how examples will relate to your operations.
Training objectives
- Identify common routes of workplace substance exposure
- Recognise tasks that may generate airborne contaminants
- Describe control measures using the control hierarchy
- Report exposure concerns through workplace channels
Topics covered
- Routes of workplace exposure
- Dusts, fumes and vapours
- Acute and longer term effects
- Control hierarchy and exposure prevention
- Personal protective equipment limitations
- Reporting concerns and seeking advice
Who should attend
- Workers exposed to dusts or fumes
- Supervisors reviewing substance related tasks
- WHS teams coordinating exposure control discussions
- Maintenance crews working around process residues
Relevant industries
Delivery options to request
Onsite at your workplace
Share your venue, access requirements and the tasks you want considered so a provider can assess suitability.
Online learning
Ask about content, accessibility, assessment and learner support for dispersed teams.
Virtual instructor-led
Discuss live sessions across sites, including time zones, connectivity and participant numbers.
Delivery availability must be confirmed for the actual course and location.
Benefits to your organisation
- Broader recognition of less obvious exposure sources
- Clearer conversations about workplace control limitations
- More consistent escalation of substance exposure concerns
- Better preparation for discussions with specialist advisers
Group and bulk training
You can request group awareness training focused on common exposure scenarios, subject to provider review and availability.
For multiple teams or sites, discuss cohort planning and process differences with the provider before confirming a bulk booking.
Frequently asked questions
Does this include exposure monitoring?+
No exposure monitoring service is assumed in this awareness training request. If monitoring or specialist assessment is needed, discuss it separately; the actual provider must confirm relevant credentials, service boundaries and availability before you proceed.
How is this different from chemical safety awareness?+
This awareness training can focus on exposure pathways, including substances generated by work processes, while chemical safety may emphasise product handling and storage. Confirm the actual scope, provider credentials and availability directly before selecting a session.
Can respiratory protection be discussed?+
You can request awareness content about respiratory protection and its limitations, but fit testing or specialist instruction should not be assumed. Ask the actual provider to confirm their credentials, exact scope and availability for your workforce.