Chemical Management Fundamentals is a foundational and essential learning program for organizations and individuals aiming to build strong, sustainable chemical management practices across manufacturing and supply chains.
It focuses on understanding the core principles of responsible chemical management, helping learners minimize chemical risks, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to safer production environments throughout the lifecycle of chemical use.
Under this course category, learners will gain a clear and practical understanding of key topics such as:
- Introduction to the ZDHC Programme and Roadmap
- Restricted Substances Lists (RSL) and Manufacturing Restricted Substances Lists (MRSL)
- Fundamentals of GHS and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
This introductory-level training is delivered as a self-paced, online learning program consisting of three interactive e-learning courses, enriched with activities, case studies, quizzes, and downloadable resources to support effective learning.
The Chemical Management Fundamentals Training serves as a prerequisite to the advanced Chemical Management System (CMS) training available through the ZDHC Academy, enabling participants to confidently take their first steps toward implementing structured chemical management systems within their facilities.
These courses are highly recommended for suppliers, manufacturing facilities, and entry-level chemical management professionals, as well as individuals who are new to sustainable chemical management and compliance requirements
NimkarTek’s training on the Chemical Management Fundamentals is an online program, run through the NOTES Platform in the form of 3 E-Learning courses. The Technical content is interactive and interspersed with Activities, Case Studies and Downloadable resource materials.
The course is self-paced and online, so it is entirely up to the participant to manage their own time to ensure they finish the course content within 30 days from the Launch.
Participant Interaction:
In order to get the best out of this Program, Participants are expected to engage in all Course interactivities such as Exercises, Quizzes, Check Your Understanding and Case Studies.
Features:
- E-Learning course (Self-paced Learning)
- Total Training time: 8 hours
- Interactive and engaging technical content.
- Activities and exercises to enhance the learning experience
- Access to learner guides and additional industry resources
- The Exam must be taken through the ZDHC Academy
- Certificate on completion from ZDHC Academy
Version: 2026