Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene Fundamentals

1) Course Introduction

This course covers exposure assessment, workplace health risks, monitoring techniques, and preventive controls.

At the health protection core, Seattle International Institute for Training integrates industrial hygiene monitoring, ergonomic assessment, and exposure control systems.

2) Key Learning Objectives

Participants will learn to:

• Identify chemical, physical & biological hazards
• Conduct exposure assessments and monitoring
• Implement control measures (engineering, administrative, PPE)
• Prevent occupational illnesses
• Improve workplace health programs

3) Target Audience

• HSE professionals
• Occupational health staff
• Supervisors
• Risk assessors

4) Course Importance & Business Impact

Proper control of workplace hazards reduces illnesses, absenteeism, and legal risks.

5) Practical Modules / Key Topics

• Exposure pathways
• Monitoring equipment
• Ergonomics
• Control hierarchy
• Health surveillance