Nuclear submarines, Radioactive waste, Rare earths and Nuclear power… Emerging opportunities for Occupational Hygienists
Presenter(s): Jim Hondros, President, Australasian Radiation Protection Society (ARPS)
Speaker – Jim Hondros, President, Australasian Radiation Protection Society (ARPS)
Jim Hondros is currently the President of the Australasian Radiation Protection Society with more than 35 years experience in radiation protection, community relations, health, safety and environmental management in the mining industry. In recent years, Jim has worked internationally with the International Atomic Energy Agency providing assistance in countries developing their radiological protection systems.
This webinar will provide information regarding different surface sampling methods for metal contaminants in the workplace. The talk will cover some of the more common dermal sampling methods, with a focus on wipe sampling as well as discuss in detail health hazards of metals and how to interpret the sample results using various indices.
This webinar will address the variability of health hazards associated with the processing of engineered stone. The materials science of conventional benchtop engineered stone, new low-silica engineered stone products, as well as other construction materials, will be covered. The complexity of pathogenesis and implications of recent research will be explored. Some challenges, misconceptions and future research directions will be discussed.
This webinar will discuss the unusual characteristics of these chemicals, the most important exposure pathways relevant in workplaces and some of the controversy surrounding reference doses for protection of human health. Presented by Therese Manning - Principal, EnRiskS and AIOH President Kate Cole
COMED (Control Measures Efficiency Database) is a web-based tool which contains reliable, objective data on efficiency of exposure control measures. It enables users to compare efficiencies of different control options and identify key performance characteristics.
The presentation discusses the wide use of solvents in the workplace and often used in large quantities; used for dry-cleaning, in paints and varnishes, pharmaceuticals, degreasers, adhesives, glues, printing inks, pesticides, cosmetics, and household cleaning products.
This presentation will discuss the exposure, absorption, metabolism, and toxic effects of solvents.
The pathway to becoming a senior professional can be different for every occupational hygienist. While there is no “right” or “wrong” way to create a successful career in occupational hygiene, the attributes of education, technical knowledge, service and leadership all form a crucial part of leaving a legacy.
April 2022, The presentation examines the dangers of welding fume and the different product control methods - the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Health hazards of welding fume is attracting more interest and this webinar provides an informed update on welding applications and impacts on exposure standards.