The AIOH welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the deliberations of the National Dust Diseases Taskforce.
This submission focuses on the epidemic of silicosis in stone-masons. In so doing, the AIOH will try to identify factors that may have contributed to the current situation. Also, given that the most effective way of tackling silicosis is to prevent exposure to silica dust, the AIOH will suggest ways in which dust exposure can be controlled to acceptable levels.
A look at the challenge presented by increasing numbers of “lifestyle” diseases and exposures to current surveillance and monitoring practice.
A look at silica risks in construction, alternative technologies for preventing dust, engineering controls and benefits of controlling dust.
Presentation brings a reinvigorated conversation on measurement uncertainty & how it can silently impact upon our professional work.
This paper provides guidance on the assessment, evaluation and control of occupational exposure to dusts not otherwise specified (Dust NOS).
This paper provides guidance on the assessment, evaluation and control of occupational exposure to respirable coal dust.
We want Australian workers to be able to go home safely at the end of each day to their family and friends. Occupational hygienists use their scientific knowledge, skills and experience to champion the protection of workers from the hazardous chemicals and other agents they have to work with. Occupational hygienists Use science & technology to measure worker exposures, assess worker risks and develop controls to improve the workplace environment. Occupational hygienists can provide advice on control strategies including hazard elimination, engineering modifications, administrative controls and finally personal protective equipment. We focus on worker health protection by assessing the risk of hazards and improving work conditions and work practices. A Guide for Selection of Occupational Hygiene Services This information is designed to assist a business to determine how to find the correct level of occupational hygiene assistance. An Occupational Hygienist is a workplace health professional. Their role involves the anticipation, recognition and evaluation of health hazards. They focus on controlling health risk by designing workable solutions to eliminate or reduce them to protect workers’ health. The AIOH is the body responsible for awarding and managing occupational hygienist professional level membership in Australia. Professional level membership is determined by level of qualification, competency and experience. Fellow Members are full members who have been nominated for distinguished service to occupational hygiene and have more than fifteen years’ industry experience and five years as a full member. Fellow members carry the nominal of FAIOH. Full members of the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygiene (AIOH) have tertiary qualifications in occupational hygiene, science or engineering and have five years’ experience in the field. Full members carry the nominal of MAIOH Provisional members of the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygiene (AIOH) have tertiary qualifications in occupational hygiene, science or engineering and have one year experience in the field. Certified Occupational Hygienists are full or fellow members who have been awarded the highest level of proficiency determined by the AIOH and additionally carry the nominal COH. An Occupational Hygienist may have a recognised equivalent competency under an international certification scheme. AIOH members are bound by a Professional Code of Conduct to only undertake occupational hygiene services and give advice within their expertise. Further information may be sought from the AIOH regarding membership levels (Career Development Pathway – AIOH). For further information please consult Membership – AIOH.
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