BOHS Unit Code: M507
OHTA Unit Code: OHTA507
507 Health Effects of Hazardous Substances
The 507 course introduces the principles of toxicology, physiology, and epidemiology, focusing on how chemical hazards affect the body and the risks associated with common hazardous substances in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify harmful substances and understand their impact on target organs.
As a core module of the BOHS International Certificate of Occupational Hygiene (ICertOH) and OHTA International Certificate (ICertOHTA), it contributes to a six-module qualification pathway. Delivered over five days, the course combines practical, instructor-led training in small, interactive groups with workshops, exercises, and assessments. Online participation is also available.
Upcoming Course Dates
Select from the available course dates below to complete your registration.
Course Information
TBA
Completion of 6 modules will allow for someone, with the correct experience to apply for an interview to be a full member of the AIOH
- Provide definitions of commonly used toxicological terms;
- Describe the main routes by which hazardous substances can enter the body, and the factors which influence their absorption, distribution, storage and elimination;
- Describe the main sources of information on hazardous substances and processes;
- Describe the main features of the principal target organs affected by hazardous substances at work, and the factors which influence the degree of harm;
- Describe the main routes of exposure and toxic and health effects for hazardous substances commonly encountered in the workplace;
- Carry out basic interpretation of the results from epidemiological studies.
Someone wanting to start a career in occuational hygiene and wants to become a full member of the AIOH. No previous experince is needed
This course is delivered on Microsoft Teams. Course materials are delivered in advance to participants including those for practical assessments.
Course participants have the choice of undertaking online exams with BOHS or OHTA to gain their qualification.
Email training@redohmsgroup.com.au for more information.
There will be a short answer question “open book” examination with an allowed time of 120 minutes.
In Person
(Perth | Brisbane) and Online
TBA
5 weekdays
A separate charge for postage of course material will be calculated for all participants outside Australia.
In the event of a cancellation, the following fees will apply:
- Cancellation within 4 weeks of course start date: 50% of total course fee.
- Cancellation within 2 weeks of course start date: 100% of total course fee.
All course start and finish times are subject to change. Participants will be notified of all the details prior to the commencement of the course.
On successful completion of the module, you will receive an Award of Successful Course Completion for that module.
To obtain the International Certificate, you must complete six modules, including four core subjects and two others chosen from three options.
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