REACH and CLP Training

Navigate REACH & CLP regulations with clarity and confidence.

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Regulatory compliance is essential for any organisation manufacturing, importing, or using chemicals within the UK and EU. This course offers a clear and practical foundation in the REACH and CLP Regulations, helping organisations understand their responsibilities and reduce compliance risk.

Learners will gain a comprehensive overview of REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) and the Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) regulation. The course provides practical knowledge relevant to real-world supply chain responsibilities.

This practical one-day programme provides an overview of the key aspects of the REACH and CLP regulations. Topics include:

Introduction to the REACH regulation: aims, legal framework and key stages
Scope, exemptions, exceptions and registration requirements
Overview of the registration process and roles of lead/member registrants
Candidate List and Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs)
Introduction to CLP regulation and its connection to GHS
Notifying, classification and labelling of substances to ECHA, online submission in REACH-IT
CLP Notification - Submit substance data to ECHA using REACH-IT
Safety Data Sheets (SDS): format, layout and extended SDSs
Supply obligations and updates to REACH Annex II

The course content can be tailored for In-Company delivery based on specific sector needs.

This course is ideal for those involved in the handling, procurement, or regulation of chemicals in any sector. It is especially relevant for:

Engineering and technical personnel
Laboratory personnel
Procurement and purchasing personnel

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Explain the purpose and scope of REACH and CLP regulations
Identify the substances and mixtures covered under REACH and CLP
Understand the key stages and requirements of the REACH registration process
Interpret obligations around labelling, classification and safety data sheets (SDS)
Compile compliant safety data sheets and understand their structure
Recognise the role of candidate lists and Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs)

These outcomes are designed to provide learners with practical tools for regulatory compliance.

Our tutors are experts in chemical regulatory compliance with extensive experience supporting businesses in meeting REACH and CLP requirements. Each tutor brings real-world experience, sector-specific insights and a passion for practical training. Their focus is on building learner confidence through engaging, hands-on exercises and personalised support. Learners benefit from real examples, insightful explanations and practical support.

Finbarr Stapleton

Finbarr Stapleton, Antaris, has a B.Sc. in Industrial Chemistry...

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Peter Fleming

Peter Fleming is an accomplished EHSQ professional with credibl...

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This course is delivered through an interactive, practical training methodology focused on real-world application. Learners are supported through:

Pre-training consultation to align with organisational context
Comprehensive course notes, regularly updated to reflect the latest standards and best practices
Real-time support from expert tutors

Class sizes are generally limited to 12-15 to support personalised learning and individual

Learners who complete this course may benefit from further training in:

Health & Safety Legislation
Chemical Risk Assessment
Laboratory Safety
Life Sciences compliance training

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Course Code

HS011

Duration

1 training day

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by or In-Company training

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News & Updates

REACH Registration to conclude in 2018

The last deadline for registration of existing chemicals will be 31st May 2018. This deadline concerns SMEs that manufacture or import substances in low volumes...

CLP regulations come into force this June

CLP stands for Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures Regulations. This framework was established in 2008 for the classification and...