OSX 995 • Advanced Industrial Hygiene

Course Description

This course prepares the individual to understand the fundamental principles and concepts of recognition, evaluation, and control of physical, chemical, and biological health hazards arising in, or from the occupational environment. Students will be able to use these concepts in an occupational environment for the purpose of accident prevention and hazard identification and/or control in an industrial setting.

The course studies quantitative methods of occupational hazard’s evaluation and control based on OSHA required calculations of TLVs limiting exposure to toxic substances, exhaust and general ventilation, industrial noise, ionizing and nonionizing radiation, etc.

This course will assist in preparing for ASP/CSP exam, given that Board of Certified Safety Professionals requirements include aspects of industrial hygiene.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify terms used in Industrial Hygiene
2. Identify categories of TLVs, PELs, PPM, PPB and BEIs
3. Describe the physiological reactions to airborne particulate exposure and hazards
4. Conduct air sampling and direct reading monitoring equipment
5. Describe physics of sound and quantities/units associated with sound
6. Recognize components and design of local exhaust and dilution ventilation
7. Identify exposure hazards associated with temperature extremes
8. Identify respiratory system, skin, skin function, occupational dermatitis
9. Use mathematical formulas related to pressure, gas, vapor, sound, and temperature

CEUs: 2.2
Prerequisites: None
Course Length: 3 Days
Recommended Materials: Pen, pencil, highlighter and writing pad

 Registration Eligibility

Students who wish to participate in OSHA–numbered courses in the online synchronous video conferencing format must have a valid physical address in OSHA's San Francisco Region (AK, AZ, CA, OR, NV, HI, ID, WA, Guam, and American Samoa), or obtain permission from their local OTIEC to attend a class outside their home region.

Other CSUDH OTIEC courses can be taken by anyone (no residency required).

System and Equipment Requirements

It is important that students review the system and equipment requirements listed below to be able to successfully take part in a CSUDH OTIEC course, whether participating in person or online via video conferencing.

  In-Person System and Equipment Requirements

• A laptop with built-in camera, Wi-Fi capability

  Online System and Equipment Requirements

• An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (4G/LTE or better)
• Access to computer or laptop with built-in camera – one student per device
• OSHA 510, 511, 500 and 501 Students only:
  Additional stand-alone webcam or secondary device (phone)
• Built-in or external speakers/headset and microphone

  Additional Student Resources

• How to Navigate a PDF
• Video Conferencing Instructions
• Weekly OSHA-related Updates

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