Free REACH safety training for using of diisocyanates

To ensure safety when using chemicals and to protect human health and the environment, the European Union has introduced new legislation for products containing diisocyanates. These compounds, which are widely used in the production of polyurethanes, are subject to the new EU-REACH legislation. In this article you can read what REACH means, why this legislation is important and what consequences this legislation has for you.

What is REACH?

REACH stands for "Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals". It is an ambitious European regulation aimed at protecting human health and the environment from the risks of chemicals. REACH places responsibility on manufacturers, importers and users of chemicals to provide information on their properties and potential risks, and to implement safety measures to control these risks.

Why is the new legislation on diisocyanates important?

Diisocyanates are essential building blocks for polyurethane products used in many industries. When applying such polyurethane products, users may be exposed to monomeric diisocyanates. These compounds contain harmful properties that in some cases can cause allergic reactions and health problems upon exposure. Legislation on diisocyanates emphasises the need to provide safety information, assess risks and take appropriate measures to protect the health of users and the environment.

What does the legislation mean for you?

From 24 August 2023, all professional and industrial users must undergo training before using such products. In the approximately 45-minute training course, you will learn how to work safely with diisocyanates. At the end of the training, you will take a short test of 10 multiple-choice questions to obtain your certificate.

Free online Diisocyanates course at Polyestershoppen

You can follow a free course (including certification) via Polyestershoppen. By following the steps below, you can receive the course and certification in the safe handling of diisocyanates according to the legal training requirements of the REACH Regulation. Follow the steps below to receive a free PU course.

1. Go to the training platform where you can take the free basic course* (045). Click here for the platform.
2. Select the desired language.
3. Scroll down towards "available courses".
4. Select the available courses.
5. Click on register.
6. Fill in all required fields and click next.
7. Enter the code ISO2021. Once entered, you will see that the amount to pay for the course is € 0,-.
8. Click on 'next'.
9. Click on 'confirm and check out'.

Good luck with the course!

^*You can follow an additional course for the type of consumption (painting, spraying, etc.) if required.

Questions about REACH legislation?

Check your government's website for more information on the new legislation. Also feel free to contact our customer service team. We are happy to help professionally!