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BOHS Courses

These are aimed at those individuals who wish to further their knowledge on a particular Occupational Hygiene subject area or who are interested in gaining professional qualifications awarded by BOHS (British Occupational Hygiene Society).

The full syllabi are available from the BOHS web site at www.bohs.org

♦ M101-Health Effects of Hazardous Substances ♦ M102 Measurements of Hazardous Substances ♦ M103 Control of Hazardous Substances ♦ M104 Noise & Vibration ♦ M201 Thermal Environment & NIR ♦ M202 External Environment ♦ M203 Basic Ergonomics ♦ P601 Initial Appraisal & Thorough Examination & Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems
♦ Certificate Oral Revision Course

M101-Health Effects of Hazardous Substances

The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to the principles of toxicology, the main types of harmful effects to target organs from exposure to chemical hazards at work, and the hazards and risks associated with common hazardous substances. The course is split into the following topic areas:

BASIC PRINCIPLES OF TOXICOLOGY
TARGET ORGANS
INORGANIC MATERIALS
ORGANIC MATERIALS
BIOLOGICAL AGENTS

M102 Measurements of Hazardous Substances

The aim of this course is to outline the general approach advocated for the
assessment of the health risk(s) associated with exposure to hazardous
substances and then focuses in some detail on the role and application of
atmospheric monitoring. It addresses the theory of sampling, practical sampling and analytical considerations and the calculation and presentation of results. Numerical calculations are included to ensure underlying principles are understood. Can be studied as a stand alone module for competency in this area. Topics include:

RISK ASSESSMENT
AIR SAMPLING THEORY AND PRACTICE
AIR SAMPLING EQUIPMENT
SAMPLE ANALYSIS
CALCULATION AND PRESENTATION OF RESULTS
HYGIENE STANDARDS
BIOLOGICAL MONITORING

M103 Control of Hazardous Substances

The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to processes where
hazardous substances occur and the methods used to control exposure to
substances hazardous to health. The course is split into the following topics:

PROCESS HAZARDS
WORKPLACE CONTROL PRINCIPLES
PROCESS DESIGN PRINCIPLES
DESIGN AND TESTING
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
ADMINISTRATIVE ELEMENTS

M104 Noise & Vibration

The aim of this course is to provide an appreciation of the nature of noise and
vibration hazards in the workplace and the effects of noise and vibration on
people. It also details the approach to carrying out noise and vibration
assessments in the workplace, (as required by the Noise at Work regulations), and in
the general environment, and to the various standards for compliance. Can be
studied as a stand alone module for competency in this area. Topics include:

PHYSICS OF NOISE AND VIBRATION
MACHINERY NOISE AND VIBRATION
HUMAN RESPONSE TO NOISE AND VIBRATION
ASSESSMENT OF NOISE AND VIBRATION RISK
NOISE CONTROL AND HEARING PROTECTION
ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL OF VIBRATION
INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL NOISE
LEGISLATION

M201 Thermal Environment & NIR

The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to the hazards and related risks to health or well being associated with the thermal environment and non ionising radiation (including lighting). Topics include:

THE THERMAL ENVIRONMENT
NON IONISING RADIATION INCLUDING
LIGHTING AND RELEVANT LEGISLATION

M202 External Environment

The aim of the course is to provide an introduction to environmental hazards, risk assessment techniques, principles of control and environmental management.
The course covers:

HUMAN IMPACTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT
THE REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MONITORING
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL


M203 Basic Ergonomics

This module provides a broad based introduction to ergonomic principles and
their application in the design of work, equipment and the workplace. Consideration is given to musculo skeletal disorders, manual handling, ergonomic aspects of the environment as well as social and legal aspects. Topics include:

INTRODUCTION TO ERGONOMICS
WORKPLACE DESIGN
MUSCULO-SKELETAL DISORDERS
LEGAL & SOCIAL ASPECTS
ERGONOMICS METHODS AND TECHNIQUES


P601 Initial Appraisal & Thorough Examination & Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems

The aim of the course is to provide participants with the methodology, practical
and theoretical knowledge to enable them to competently carry out the
appraisal of local exhaust ventilation systems used to control exposure to
hazardous substances. The course covers:

PRINCIPLES OF LOCAL EXHAUST VENTILATION SYSTEMS
TESTING OF LEV SYSTEMS, THEORY AND PRACTICAL
RECORD KEEPING AND REMEDIAL ACTIONS

Certificate Oral Revision Course

For those individuals who intend to present for the BOHS oral examination for the Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene, (Cert.Occ.Hyg.). It is aimed at those who have satisfied the requirements for entry for the oral, successful completion of the appropriate modules or Certificate Core examination, or in preparation of sitting the Core examination. The course covers all the key subject areas of the BOHS syllabus including practical sessions. On the final day of the course delegates sit a mock oral examination by practising professional hygienists followed by a constructive individual feedback session. The numbers for this course are restricted to ensure individual attention.

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