The course is the essential training for the Foundation Level qualification. It is designed to be delivered as a 5-day taught programme including participant’s assessment.
The aim of the course is:-
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To provide a practical understanding of occupational hygiene for people who need to manage or advise on workplace health issues
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To provide a foundation from which to undertake more in-depth study in individual occupational hygiene subjects
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To inform and enthuse students about the contribution of occupational hygiene to worker health On completing this course successfully, participants will be able to:-
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Value occupational hygiene in improving worker health and understand the role of the occupational hygienist
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Understand health hazards encountered in the workplace and identification techniques (foundation level)
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Identify sources and potential routes of occupational exposure (foundation level)
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Understand the basics of which exposure assessment, measurement processes, and control methods we use (foundation level)
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Manage occupational hygiene programmes in your work environment