Course Overview
This course provides a thorough understanding of industrial hygiene and occupational health principles essential for identifying, evaluating, and controlling workplace environmental factors that may affect workers’ health. Participants will explore techniques to monitor chemical, physical, and biological hazards, implement control measures, and promote employee health and well-being within various industrial settings.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of industrial hygiene and occupational health
- Identify and evaluate workplace hazards including chemical, physical, and biological agents
- Conduct exposure assessments and use monitoring equipment effectively
- Develop and apply control strategies to mitigate occupational health risks
- Understand regulatory requirements and standards related to workplace health
- Promote health surveillance and wellness programs in the workplace
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for:
- Industrial hygienists and occupational health professionals
- Safety and environmental officers
- Health and safety managers
- HR and wellness coordinators
- Supervisors and operations personnel involved in workplace health
Course Outline
Introduction to Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health
- Definition, scope, and importance
- Key concepts: exposure, dose, and response
- Roles and responsibilities
Workplace Hazards Identification
- Chemical hazards: gases, vapors, dusts, fumes
- Physical hazards: noise, vibration, radiation, temperature extremes
- Biological hazards: bacteria, viruses, fungi
Exposure Assessment Techniques
- Sampling methods and instrumentation
- Qualitative and quantitative exposure evaluation
- Data interpretation and exposure limits (TLVs, PELs, etc.)
Control Measures and Hierarchy of Controls
- Engineering controls: ventilation, enclosure
- Administrative controls and safe work practices
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Occupational Health Programs
- Health surveillance and medical monitoring
- Employee wellness and fitness for duty
- Ergonomics and musculoskeletal health
Regulatory Framework and Standards
- Overview of OSHA, NIOSH, and other relevant agencies
- Compliance requirements and reporting
- Documentation and recordkeeping
Industrial Hygiene Management Systems
- Program development and implementation
- Training and awareness
- Continuous monitoring and improvement
Case Studies and Practical Applications
- Real-life examples of occupational health interventions
- Hands-on exposure assessment exercises
- Developing an occupational health improvement plan