CEPN’s Chemical Safety Training equips workers and managers across the global electronics supply chain with practical tools and resources for safer chemical management—grounded in a workplace culture that informs, consults, and actively engages workers. Created in partnership with Labor Solutions and supported by the Initiative for Global Solidarity (GIZ), the training helps prevent hazardous chemical exposure through stronger safety awareness in electronics manufacturing facilities.

CEPN has partnered with organizations worldwide to scale deployment of the Chemical Safety Training for workers and managers. We’re excited to share the following new resources to help supplier facilities strengthen chemical safety training efficiently and effectively.

Intended Audience:

• Production Line Workers & Managers
• Chemical Handlers & their Managers
• Environment, Health & Safety Managers
• Health & Safety Committee Members
• Emergency Team Members

Training Topics:

• Promoting Worker “Right to Know”
• Roles and responsibilities in chemical management
• Chemical hazards and exposures
• Hierarchy of controls and PPE
• Hazard communication
• Response to chemical emergencies
• Promoting worker participation in chemical safety

Available Languages: Vietnamese, Thai, Filipino, Malay, Chinese, English

In-Person and Live Webinar Training:

CEPN has built a growing global network of Qualified Trainers to deliver Chemical Safety Training across the supply chain. Trainers now offer in-person and live webinar sessions in nine countries/regions and seven languages. Interested in becoming a Qualified Trainer? CEPN will be offering additional Train-the-Trainer sessions in 2026 – if interested, contact info@cleanelectronicsproduction.org.

Interactive Digital Training

CEPN's Chemical Safety Training is also available as interactive e-learning in six languages. Accessible by computer or phone, the self-paced course is now offered through GIZ's atingi, Quizrr, and Labor Solutions' WOVO learning platforms.

Earn Recognition for your Commitment to Worker Safety

Facilities that deliver CEPN’s Chemical Safety Training demonstrate a clear commitment to worker engagement and strong chemical management practices. CEPN Supplier Recognition highlights these facilities and serves as a resource for electronics companies seeking responsible suppliers. Facilities that implement the training and meet recognition criteria (based on the number of workers and managers who successfully complete the training) can choose to be listed in CEPN’s public registry. Benefits include:

• Public Recognition – Gain visibility as an industry leader.
• Market Differentiation – Highlight your commitment to worker health and safety to customers and partners.
• Customer Alignment – Align with expectations of electronics brands prioritizing suppliers with strong chemical management practices.
• Proactive Approach – Demonstrate a preventative approach to chemical management through comprehensive worker training.

Applying is Easy: Facilities can work with Qualified Trainers or online learning platforms to track training completions and can request recognition by completing a brief CEPN attestation form at no additional cost.

If you're interested in learning more about CEPN's Chemical Safety Training, please contact CEPN staff at info@cleanelectronicsproduction.org.