This module covers the basic principles of occupational and environmental toxicology as well as the principles involved in the measurement of environmental and occupational hazards. The module is intended to enable occupational health practitioners to acquire the skills needed to interpret results of biological monitoring in relation to occupational hygiene measurements, and to evaluate and quantify occupational hazards in the workplace. This module is presented by way of seminars, lectures and discussions as well as practical demonstrations and factory visits.
Evaluation is done through a test and an individual written assignment.
This is the seventh module of the Diploma in Occupational Health.