Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene

Duration: 5 days – 35 hrs

Overview

This training course provides participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills required to identify, evaluate, and control occupational hazards that could impact employee health. The course is designed to help participants understand the principles of industrial hygiene and implement best practices to minimize risk in the workplace. Through hands-on activities, case studies, and practical exercises, attendees will gain experience in evaluating chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards. The training also covers the regulatory framework governing industrial hygiene practices and emphasizes the importance of effective communication of hygiene risks to stakeholders.

Objectives

• Understand the key principles of industrial hygiene and its role in workplace safety.
• Learn to identify, evaluate, and control chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic hazards in the workplace.
• Gain practical skills in implementing hygiene monitoring strategies and interpreting results.
• Become familiar with current regulations and best practices in industrial hygiene.

Audience

Prerequisites 

• Basic understanding of workplace health and safety principles.
• No prior industrial hygiene experience is required but beneficial.

Course Content