The document outlines a foundation-level course in occupational hygiene aimed at equipping individuals with practical knowledge for managing workplace health issues. It covers the understanding of health hazards, exposure assessment, and the role of the occupational hygienist. The course is designed for health and safety professionals and specialists in various fields related to workplace health.

1. Basic Principles of Occupational HygieneInternational Module W201Foundation Level

2. CourseaimsTo provide a practical understanding of occupational hygiene for people who need to manage or advise on workplace health issuesTo provide a foundation from which to undertake more in-depth study in individual occupational hygiene subjectsTo inform and enthuse students about the contribution of occupational hygiene to worker health

3. You willlearntoValue occupational hygiene in improving worker health and understand the role of the occupational hygienistUnderstand health hazards encountered in the workplace and identification techniques (foundation level)Identify sources and potential routes of occupational exposure (foundation level)Understand the basics of which exposure assessment, measurement processes, and control methods we use (foundation level)Manage occupational hygiene programmes in your work environment

4. ThiscourseissuitableforHealth and safety professionals Occupational health specialists (including physicians and nurses)Other specialists wishing to interface on workplace health issues (e.g. acoustics, ergonomics, human factors, occupational psychology, work, organisation, bio safety, acoustics, engineering, or analytical chemistry)

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