OHSE – Industrial/Occupational Hygiene

1. Introduction to Industrial/Occupational Hygiene

• 1.1 Definition and Importance of Industrial/Occupational Hygiene
• 1.2 History and Evolution of the Field
• 1.3 Roles and Responsibilities of an Occupational Hygienist
• 1.4 Overview of Regulatory Standards and Guidelines

2. Principles of Industrial/Occupational Hygiene

• 2.1 Basic Concepts of Exposure and Risk
• 2.2 Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, Ingestion, Dermal, Injection
• 2.3 Toxicology and Health Effects of Workplace Hazards
• 2.4 Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs)

3. Hazard Identification

• 3.1 Chemical Hazards: Types and Sources
• 3.2 Physical Hazards: Noise, Vibration, Radiation
• 3.3 Biological Hazards: Pathogens, Bioaerosols, and Molds
• 3.4 Ergonomic Hazards: Repetitive Motion, Posture, and Strain
• 3.5 Psychosocial Hazards: Stress, Workplace Violence

4. Risk Assessment and Exposure Monitoring

• 4.1 Methods for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
• 4.2 Qualitative and Quantitative Risk Assessments
• 4.3 Air Sampling Techniques: Active and Passive Sampling
• 4.4 Noise and Vibration Measurement Tools
• 4.5 Biological Exposure Monitoring and Sampling

5. Control Measures in Industrial/Occupational Hygiene

• 5.1 Hierarchy of Controls: Elimination, Substitution, Engineering, Administrative, PPE
• 5.2 Engineering Controls: Ventilation Systems, Isolation, and Enclosures
• 5.3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Selection, Use, and Limitations
• 5.4 Administrative Controls: Policies, Procedures, and Training
• 5.5 Ergonomic Interventions and Workplace Design

6. Health Surveillance and Medical Monitoring

• 6.1 Purpose and Importance of Health Surveillance
• 6.2 Conducting Biological Monitoring
• 6.3 Medical Screening Programs for Workers
• 6.4 Post-Exposure Evaluation and Follow-up Procedures

7. Industrial Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality

• 7.1 Principles of Industrial Ventilation Systems
• 7.2 Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Standards and Best Practices
• 7.3 Evaluating and Mitigating Poor Air Quality
• 7.4 Case Studies of Effective Ventilation Systems

8. Radiation Protection

• 8.1 Types of Radiation Hazards: Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation
• 8.2 Health Risks Associated with Radiation Exposure
• 8.3 Measurement and Monitoring Techniques for Radiation
• 8.4 Control Methods for Radiation Hazards

9. Noise and Vibration Control

• 9.1 Health Effects of Noise and Vibration
• 9.2 Monitoring and Measuring Noise and Vibration
• 9.3 Noise Control Strategies and Hearing Conservation Programs
• 9.4 Vibration Control and Ergonomic Interventions

10. Occupational Health Risk Communication

• 10.1 Communicating Hazards and Risks to Workers
• 10.2 Risk Perception and Behavioral Change
• 10.3 Designing Effective Training Programs
• 10.4 Legal and Ethical Responsibilities in Communication

11. Case Studies and Real-World Applications

• 11.1 Occupational Hygiene in Manufacturing
• 11.2 Occupational Hygiene in Healthcare Settings
• 11.3 Case Study: Managing Chemical Hazards in Laboratories
• 11.4 Lessons Learned from Industrial Accidents

12. Global Perspectives on Industrial/Occupational Hygiene

• 12.1 International Standards and Guidelines
• 12.2 Global Challenges and Emerging Trends
• 12.3 Occupational Hygiene in Developing Countries
• 12.4 The Future of Industrial/Occupational Hygiene

13. Appendices

• Glossary of Key Terms
• Sample Forms and Templates
• List of Industry Standards and Guidelines
• Further Reading and Resources