Assessing Health Risks in Occupational Hygiene

This course introduces you to the physical properties of the three states of matter. You will learn about the different sampling techniques undertaken to measure airborne contaminants, including the equipment used for taking samples. Study the hygiene standards for chemical agents and their effects upon exposure to certain parts of the body. The material also discusses biological monitoring and health surveillance, including the reasons why they should be implemented in the workplace.

You will then study general approaches to the control of health risks and learn the most effective types of control measures to use in order to prevent exposure to a hazardous agent, including local exhaust ventilation (LEV). Then examine the important features of ventilation systems and the general principles associated with their design. You will also study asbestos, including the main types of this common building material, and the harm it can cause to the human body.

Being able to analyze, identify and measure workplace hazards or stressors is important, as they can cause sickness, impaired health or significant discomfort by means of chemical, physical, ergonomic or biological exposures. This makes occupational hygienists very valuable professionals. This free course is designed to help you start your journey towards becoming a professional occupational hygienist.