The importance of Toxicology to Hygienists – Toxicology 101
Presenter(s): Dr Martyn Cross
This virtual session will cover the Basic Principles of Occupational Toxicology for Occupational Hygienists, including general occupational toxicology considerations, absorption, distribution, biotransformation and excretion of toxins, toxicology of organs and systems, Health effects of hazardous substances and Hazardous substances encountered in the workplace.
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