Overview of Basic Principles of Occupation Hygiene Course
W201 Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene (BPOH) Training Course is an internationally recognised five-day foundation course that outlines extensive principles of Occupational Hygiene as the basis for anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards that can be encountered in the workplace.
Should you be based in mining, manufacturing or construction – this can be helpful in gaining an understanding of some of the current focus airborne contaminants such as respirable crystalline silica and coal dust.
If you are in another industry this course will also be beneficial to you, as it broadly covers the basics of Occupational Hygiene which can be applied to any workplace.
The course has been specifically designed to equip people with a practical understanding of occupational hygiene and the ability to manage or advise on workplace health issues. Understanding the basic principles of occupational hygiene will help you learn to control and manage hazardous materials more effectively and contribute to a healthier and more productive workplace.
Like anything we do here at GCG, our hygienists will bring a practical and fun approach to the training.
Approved Training Provider for Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene Training Course
GCG is proud to be the approved training provider for this course, developed by Occupational Hygiene Training Association (OHTA) and supported by the International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA).
Topics Covered
- Basic Principles of Toxicology
- Target Organs
- Legal Aspects
- Inorganic Materials
- Organic Materials
- Biological Agents
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, our Occupational Hygienists will have covered:
- The value of occupational hygiene and the role of the Occupational Hygienist
- The range of health hazards encountered in the workplace
- Hazard recognition techniques
- Sources and potential routes of occupational exposure
- Exposure assessment and the measurement processes involved
- Methods of controlling exposure
- The management of occupational hygiene programmes