Industrial Hygiene (OSHA 521)

According to the Archives of Internal Medicine (AIM), more than 60,300 fatalities result from occupational illnesses annually. Minimize the threat of illnesses by learning industrial hygiene practices and related OSHA regulations and procedures. Learn how to recognize potential health hazards in the workplace and define terms relating to OSHA health requirements. From workshops in health hazard recognition to air contaminant sampling, this course will give you the information you need to combat occupational illnesses. Topics include: Respiratory Protection, Hazard Communication, Confined Spaces, Ventilation, and Recordkeeping.

Note: Recommended Prerequisite: OSHA 511. Required Equipment: Appropriate clothing for field exercise. Travel plans must accommodate the 4:30 p.m. end time.

Course Number: FPM-40296  3 units

Other Credit: Credit: 3 units CEUs: 3.2 ABIH Credit: 4.0 CM Points BCSP Credit: 3.2 COCs

Textbooks: No textbooks required for this course.