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MOS 6301: Advanced Industrial Hygiene

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Description

An examination of advanced practical theory as it applies to the classical industrial hygiene field. Review an array of investigative, scientific, engineering, organizational, and social skills that are necessary to effectively control occupational and environmental health hazards.

Objectives

  1. Summarize the historical underpinnings of the field of industrial hygiene.
  2. Examine the role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and other relevant organizations that influence workplace safety and health.
  3. Assess toxicological principles related to industrial hygiene issues.
  4. Compare various occupational exposure limits (OELs) and their uses.
  5. Explain key industrial hygiene concepts such as routes of entry and hierarchy of controls.
  6. Examine different types of industrial hazards commonly addressed by the industrial hygienist.
  7. Evaluate common industrial hygiene related hazard assessment and control strategies.
  8. Apply industrial hygiene management principles and practices to workplace situations.
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PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Essentials of industrial hygiene

Publisher: National Safety Council (2015)
Author: Fuller, T. P.
ISBN: 9780879123369
* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at gro.vnua@erotskoob

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