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Training, Examinationsand Qualifications inOccupational HygieneA healthy working environment for everyone

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Occupational Hygiene is about the recognition, assessment and control of health risks from exposures to hazards in the workplace such as chemicals, dusts, fumes, noise, vibration and extreme temperatures.

What is Occupational Hygiene?

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The British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), founded in 1953, is one of the biggest occupational hygiene societies in the world.

We are both a learned body, promoting professional and public awareness of occupational hygiene and the underpinning medical, scientific and engineering issues, and a professional membership organisation representing occupational hygienists.

Our Faculty of Occupational Hygiene sets, develops and maintains the professional standards of occupational hygienists, and is also the internationally recognised, and only UK-based, examining board for qualifications in occupational hygiene.

The Faculty offers a range of UK and international qualifications in occupational hygiene and related subjects that are used and recognised world-wide.

These include stand-alone modules covering general principles and practical applications at the introductory and technician levels, through to our professional level Certificate and Diploma qualifications.

We also offer Awareness level training through our Approved Course Scheme in subjects related to occupational hygiene, such as asbestos and ventilation.

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BOHS has served as a platform and critical focus for my training and professional development throughout my career in occupational hygiene, starting as far back as the mid-1980s.


Those who have gained BOHS qualifications over the years know that they are both academically demanding and intellectually rigorous – but ultimately rewarding. Moreover, they are respected throughout the profession as a quality mark and as a demonstration of knowledge, competence and practical capability second to none.

Importantly, they are recognised by the Health and Safety Executive in the UK, and further afield by professional occupational hygiene bodies, industry and employers world-wide.

Long-standing partnerships with training providers have led to engaging, challenging, practical and ultimately first-rate training courses underpinning the Modules. Successful completion of just one Module can launch a world of possibilities to take your career where you want it to. Open your mind… and start moving on the journey from awareness through to competence and recognised professionalism.”

Dr Alex Bianchi FFOHOccupational Health Centre of Excellence Manager, Europe, Africa and Middle East. ExxonMobilBOHS President 2011/2012

Awareness Training 5BOHS approved courses:

• Asbestos Awareness 6

• Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Awareness 6

• Practical Management of LEV Controls 6

Occupational Hygiene 7Modules • Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene 8 W201

• Health Effects of Hazardous Substances 10 M101/W507

• Measurement of Hazardous Substances 10 M102/W501

• Control of Hazardous Substances 11 M103/W505

• Assessment and Control of Noise 11 M104/W503

• Assessment and Control of Thermal Environment 12 M201/W502

• Ergonomics 12 M203/W506

• Assessment and Control of Asbestos 13 S301/W504

• Certificate of Competence in an individual subject 14

Proficiency Modules 15• Overview 17

• P300 Series 19

• P400 Series - Asbestos 21

• P600 Series - Control 27

• P700 Series - Noise and Vibration 29

• P900 Series - Legionella 31

Professional Occupational 33Hygiene QualificationsCertificate of Operational Competence 34in Occupational Hygiene

Diploma of Professional Competence 34in Occupational Hygiene

The Faculty of 35Occupational HygieneMembership 35

Code of Ethics 36

Continuing Professional Development 36

Directory of Occupational Hygiene Services 36

BOHS Qualifications 37OverviewModules 37

Routes to and through the Faculty 38


Contents

Please note that while we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the content of this brochure, our qualifications and their syllabuses and associated guidance do change from time to time and therefore you should always refer to our website for the most up-to-date information: www.bohs.org/education/examinations/

We approve a range of one-day ‘awareness’ courses offered by independent Course Providers. Awareness courses don’t lead to BOHS qualifications; rather, they offer delegates a broad-brush introduction to some key issues, and confidence in the quality of the course material and delivery.

Awareness Training


Awareness Training


Learning outcomes

• Basic knowledge of the subject field an understanding of likely risks to health and how these can be minimised or avoided

• Factors to consider when seeking help from outside contractors or consultants

• An overview of relevant guidance documentation

• Clarification of roles and legal responsibilities

• Successful completion of the course should lead to a better understanding of your organisation’s statutory requirements, how near or far they are to being met, and help you develop a compliance action plan.

Who will benefit?

Non-specialists, eg. small business owners, managers/directors with an overall responsibility for health and safety, or health and safety representatives from larger organisations, who need to know how to comply with the law and understand best practice.

Delegates receive attendance or achievement certificates from BOHS1, on completion.

Pre-requisites

None.

How to study

These courses are run independently of BOHS by training providers across the UK who should be contacted directly for information about availability, dates and venues, as well as for bookings.All contact details are on our website.

Find out more

www.bohs.org/education/bohs-approved-courses/

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certificates at the end of the course directly to candidates.

BOHS approved courses

• Asbestos Awareness

• Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Awareness

• Practical Management of LEV Controls

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Our Occupational Hygiene Module examinations are usually taken at the end of training courses run by independent Course Providers who have been registered with BOHS. We currently offer one foundation level Module and a range of intermediate level Modules, approximately equivalent to the Qualifications and Credit Framework [QCF] levels 4 and 5.

Occupational Hygiene Modules


• W201 Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene


Learning outcomes

A basic understanding of:

• The value of occupational hygiene and the role of the occupational hygienist

• The range of hazards [physical and chemical] in the workplace

• Hazard recognition techniques

• Sources and potential routes of exposure

• Hazard evaluation, exposure assessment and the measurement processes

• Methods of controlling exposure

• The management of occupational hygiene programmes

Who will benefit?

This is a professional development option suitable for all occupational health and safety professionals who need a basic understanding of occupational hygiene or as a stepping stone to further study/practice for anyone considering a career in occupational hygiene.

Successful completion enables entry to the BOHS Faculty at Associate grade, which is a stepping stone towards the professional level Licentiate grade, see page 35 for more details.

Pre-requisites

None, but some basic maths and science knowledge is desirable.

How to study

Please see the ‘How to study’ section for our Occupational Hygiene Modules opposite.

Find out more

www.bohs.org/education/examinations/international-occupational-modules/

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How to studyOur Module examinations are usually taken at the end of training courses run throughout the UK and internationally by independent course providers who are registeredwith BOHS.

Candidates book onto and pay directly for the courses via the course providers, and the fee paid includes the examination. Candidates can also book for the examination only (eg. for resits) directly with anycourse provider.

All contact details are on the BOHS website, along with forthcoming course dates and venues, but you should check with the course providers themselves for the mostup-to-date information about availability and prices,as well as to make your booking.

By 2013 all of our Occupational Hygiene Modules will be aligned under the international system and known by their ‘W’ titles. If taken as a route towards the Certificate examination, any ‘W’ Modules will have to be supplemented with a Personal Learning Portfolio [PLP].

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• Health Effects of Hazardous Substances M101/W507*

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• Measurement of Hazardous Substances M102/W501*

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• Control of Hazardous Substances M103/W505*

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• Assessment and Control of Noise M104/W503*

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• Assessment and Control of Thermal Environment M201/W502 see page 12

• Ergonomics M203/W506 see page 12

• Assessment and Control of Asbestos (+ Refresher) S301/W504 see page 13


Who will benefit?

For people already working in the field of occupational health and safety, taken individually these Modules offer qualifications in a particular topic of occupational hygiene which demonstrate technical expertise in that area. Any one Module enables entry to the BOHS Faculty at Associate grade which is a stepping stone towards the professional level Licentiate grade, see page 35 for more details.

Grouped together (the four core Modules plus a further two), they also provide one route towards our professional level Certificate and Diploma qualifications for those wishing to further their career in occupational hygiene.

Pre-requisites

There are no formal educational requirements for people wishing to study for any of the Occupational Hygiene Module qualifications. However, the courses do require some knowledge of chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering and biology. Students without a scientific educational background or practical work experience in these areas may find the courses and examinations difficult. There are some specific recommendations for levels of prior knowledge given for each Module which are set out within the syllabuses.

How to study

Please see the ‘How to study’ section for our Occupational Hygiene Modules on page 8.

Find out more

www.bohs.org/education/examinations/occupational-hygiene-modules/

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Occupational Hygiene Modules Intermediate level

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This module will:

• 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

• Identify 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 effects for hazardous substances commonly encountered in the workplace

• Offer basic interpretation of the results from epidemiological studies

Learning outcomes

This module will:

• Describe the general approach to health risk assessment, including the role of atmospheric monitoring

• Provide an understanding of the theory and practice of workplace air sampling

• Give guidance on the selection of appropriate equipment to measure specific airborne contaminants and how to devise a suitable sampling strategy

• Describe the significance of exposure limits and biological monitoring guidance values

• Give guidance on presenting results in a form useful for health risk assessment purposes, and to enable compliance with relevant legislation

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This module will:

• Describe how airborne contaminants are generated by industrial processes, how this impacts on the control strategy, and how control solutions can thereby be optimised

• Recognise the range of approaches to risk reduction embodied in the hierarchy of control and help select appropriate strategies for implementation

• Describe the meaning of “adequate control”, particularly in relation to personal exposures

• Discuss the importance of design considerations in terms of the workplace, process, and plant, as a means of reducing occupational exposures

• Describe the principal elements of a local exhaust ventilation system, give examples of typical installations and identify techniques for assessing their performance

• Describe best practice for personal protective equipment programmes for hazardous substances

Learning outcomes

This module will:

• Describe the consequences to health and well being of excessive exposure to noise

• Identify current exposure limits for noise in the workplace

• Describe the measurement of workplace noise in relation to exposure limits

• Describe how to conduct surveys in the workplace to assess risks from noise

• Detail technical and organisational measures to reduce risks from noise in the workplace

• Provide advice on the selection and effective use of hearing protection

• Provide guidance on environmental noise nuisance and assessment techniques

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This module will:

• Identify sources of thermal stress within the working environment

• Provide an understanding of the nature of thermal strain on the body

• Describe techniques for assessing the thermal environment through appropriate measurement and other means

• Describe how to evaluate the likely risk from exposure to thermal stress

• Suggest appropriate control approaches for the thermal environment

Learning outcomes

This module will:

• Provide an understanding of how ergonomic principles can be applied to the creation of safer, healthier and more efficient and effective human activities in the workplace

• Describe ergonomic risk assessment techniques and appropriate risk reduction measures

• Identify the causes of upper limb disorders and how to reduce them

• Describe desirable features of workplace layout and equipment design

• Identify environmental aspects of good ergonomic design

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Learning outcomes

This module will:

• Describe the composition, nature and properties of asbestos, machine made mineral and other fibres and their historical uses

• Describe the health effects of asbestos and other fibrous materials and the relevance of exposure limits

• Describe the uses of asbestos in buildings and the public health risk that these may pose

• Provide an understanding of the principles of and requirements for asbestos surveys including techniques for taking samples and identifying asbestos types

• Describe current good practice in the construction and use of enclosures for asbestos remediation and the use of decontamination units

• Describe the principles of clearance testing, the requirements for measurement and appropriate techniques for post remediation evaluation

• Describe how to conduct air sampling to determine airborne concentrations of asbestos or other fibres in accordance with defined procedures including microscopic counting techniques

• Advise on techniques for the management of asbestos in buildings in accordance with current best practice

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Certificate ofCompetence in an individual subject

Individual Occupational Hygiene Modules can also be taken to a higher, Certificate of Competence [CoC], level, approximately equivalent to QCF level 6.

This involves an oral examination, supported by submission of a written report (and a PLP if a ‘W’ Module).The report must describe practical work carried out by the candidate and can be on any aspect covered within the relevant Module syllabus.

To pass the oral examination, candidates must be able to satisfy the examiners of their knowledge, operational and practical skills across the whole Module syllabus.

Who will benefit?

The CoC in an individual subject is for those who wish to demonstrate their competence in a specific field, and follows on from successful completion of the appropriate Occupational Hygiene Module.

Successful candidates are awarded the ‘Certificate of Competence in [Module subject]’ and are entitled to use ‘CoC ([Module subject])’ after their names.

The CoC Asbestos is recognised by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service [UKAS]. It is a UKAS requirement that at least one individual within any organisation that is accredited to ISO 17025 for asbestos air monitoring and testing activities must hold the CoC Asbestos.

HSE also recognises the CoC Asbestos as a means of demonstrating competence within its asbestos surveying guidance2.

Pre-requisites

Anyone who has passed one of our Occupational Hygiene Modules is eligible to sit the CoC examination in that subject. If this is one of the ‘W’ Modules, candidates must also submit a PLP along with a report related to the subject.

• The CoC in Asbestos can also be taken by candidates holding the five Asbestos Proficiency Modules, P401 to P405, which together are deemed equivalent to the Occupational Hygiene Module S301/W504 plus PLP.

• The CoC in the Control of Hazardous Substances can also be taken by candidates holding the three Proficiency Modules P601, P602 and P603 which together are deemed equivalent to Occupational Hygiene Module M103/W505 plus PLP

• The CoC in the Assessment and Control of Noise can also be taken by candidates holding the three Proficiency Modules P701, P702 and P703 which together are deemed equivalent to Occupational Hygiene Module M104/W503 plus PLP.

• A specialist CoC in the Control of Legionella qualification is also available for those involved in industrial, therapy and leisure facilities. This can be taken by candidates holding the three Proficiency Modules P901, P903 and P904 [the earlier P902 qualification is deemed equivalent to P903 and P904].

• For further details on all of the above Proficiency Modules refer to the next section of this brochure starting from page 15.

How to apply

Applications along with payment for the CoC should be made directly to BOHS, and your written report (and PLP if appropriate) should be submitted at the same time as the application.

There is detailed guidance for candidates available on our website, both for the report and PLP requirements and also for the oral examination.

Find out more

www.bohs.org/education/examinations/certificate-competence/


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Our Proficiency Modules cover both theory and practical training in specific subjects and subject groups, at a technician level approximately equivalent to QCF level 4. Some can be grouped together to form the equivalent of an Occupational Hygiene Module.

We also offer some refresher Modules related to asbestos.

Proficiency Modules


• P300 Series See page 17 and pages 19-20

• P400 Series Asbestos See page 17 and pages 21-26

• P600 Series Control See page 18 and pages 27-28

• P700 Series Noise and Vibration

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• P900 Series Legionella See page 18 and pages 31-32


Who will benefit?

The BOHS Proficiency Modules are aimed at technicians working in specialist fields of health and safety who need to demonstrate a level of proficiency in carrying out the area of work covered by the Module. Students can choose to take one or more of these courses, aiming for stand-alone qualifications, or groups of qualifications in aspects of asbestos management, LEV, noise and vibration, or legionella management.

Several of the individual Asbestos (P400 series) Proficiency Modules are required by UKAS for people working in specific areas of laboratory work, and P402 is cited in HSE guidance3 as demonstration of the minimum basic requirement for an asbestos surveyor, and the same guidance recommends the Refresher Modules as one way for asbestos surveyors to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge.

P601 and P602 are both cited in HSE guidance4 for those wishing to improve their knowledge and skills in the design and testing of LEV systems.

P900 is a new, baseline, practical qualification, following a short course which will be available during 2012. Approximately equivalent to QCF level 3, this Module covers basic technical competence in monitoring and is aimed at maintenance operatives.

Pre-requisites

There are no formal educational requirements for people wishing to study for any of the Proficiency Module qualifications. However, the courses do require some basic maths and science knowledge and relevant practical work experience, and students without this background may find the courses and examinations difficult. Specific recommendations for levels of prior knowledge/experience are given on each syllabus.

Candidates wishing to take any of the Asbestos Refresher examinations must already hold the relevant full Proficiency Module qualification, or the Certificate of Competence in Asbestos.

It is a requirement of both P903 and P904 that candidates have successfully completed P901.

How to study

Please see the ‘How to study’ section for our Proficiency Modules opposite.

Find out more

www.bohs.org/education/examinations/proficiency-modules/

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How to studyOur Proficiency Module examinations are usually taken at the end of training courses run throughout the UK by independent course providers who are registered with BOHS.

Candidates book onto and pay directly for the courses via the course providers, and the fee paid includes the examination. Some of the Proficiency Modules comprise a practical examination as well as a written examination, and both these exam elements take place at the end of the course. The practical examinations are usually carried out by independent Practical Assessors who are registered with, and audited by, BOHS.

You can also book for an examination only resit (ie without having to take the course), including just a written or just a practical examination, directly with any course provider.

All course providers’ contact details are on our website, along with forthcoming course dates and venues, but you should check with the course providers themselves for the most up-to-date information about availability and prices, as well as to make your booking.

There are some Proficiency Modules which require submission of a report or reports to complete the qualification after the written and practical (if relevant) examinations have been passed (P402, P407, P601, P702, P703, P903, P904). These reports should be submitted to BOHS, and there is information about how to do this along with detailed guidance on the report requirements on our website.

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P401Identification of Asbestos in Bulk Samples (PLM)

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P402RMManagementBuildings Surveys and Sampling for Asbestos RefresherPage 22

P404RAir Sampling of Asbestos and MMMF and Requirements for a Certificateof Reoccupation FollowingClearance of Asbestos RefresherPage 24

P404Air Sampling of Asbestos and MMMF and Requirements for a Certificate of Reoccupation Following Clearance of Asbestos

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P303Biological Agents

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P402Buildings Surveysand Bulk Sampling for Asbestos

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P402RRDRefurbishment & DemolitionBuildings Surveyswith Full Access Samplingfor Asbestos RefresherPage 22

P406Supervision andManagement of the SafeRemoval and Disposal of AsbestosPage 25

P406RSupervision and Management ofthe Safe Removal and Disposal ofAsbestos RefresherPage 26

P407Managing Asbestos in Premises,the Duty HolderRequirements

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P405Management of Asbestos inBuildings

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P403Asbestos Fibre Counting(including Sampling Strategies) (PCM)

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P701Noise - Workplace Assessment

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P900Legionella – Maintenance and Testing of Control Systems

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P602Basic Design Principles of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems

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P702Noise - Controland Environmental Noise Assessment

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P901Legionella – Managementand Control of Building Hotand Cold Water ServicesPage 31

P603Control ofHazardous Substances – Personal Protective Equipment

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P903Legionella – Managementand Control of Open Evaporative Cooling and other Industrial High Risk Systems

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P904Legionella – Management and Control in Leisure, Display, Therapy and otherNon-Industrial Systems

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M103/W505Plus PLPControl of Hazardous Substances

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M104/W503Plus PLPAssessment and Control of Noise

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P302 Lighting

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On successful completion of this module the student should be able to:

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• Understand the problems associated with the control of Legionella risks

• Develop an effective control strategy for Legionella risks

• Understand the risks and controls required to prevent disease from exposure to blood borne pathogens

• Understand the problems associated with exposure to fungal and other spores especially through sensitisation of the individual

• Understand the human disease-related risks from working with animals, and the precautions required

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• Appreciate the different types of hazard presented by hazardous substances

• Understand the difference between hazard and risk, and identify the factors that influence risk

• Gather and evaluate critical information from a wide range of sources, and use this information to make a rational assessment of risk

• Understand the legal framework for risk assessment and be familiar with key provisions

• Gain sufficient knowledge and understanding to allow correct interpretation of all relevant information and be able to conduct risk assessments for the purposes of COSHH

• Understand the principles of the control of risk and appreciate the full range of control options, their application, the importance of effective control and systems to ensure control is maintained

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P401 Identification of Asbestos in Bulk Samples (PLM)

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• Understand the types and forms of asbestos fibres and their industrial uses

• Understand the theory of polarised light and the practicalities involved in setting up and using a polarised light microscope

• Describe the approved methods for analysis of bulk fibre samples and have an understanding of the exposure controls and quality controls required during this activity

• Practically demonstrate the identification of asbestos using polarised light microscopy and dispersion staining techniques

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• Understand the legislation relating to asbestos

• Describe the uses of asbestos in buildings and the public health risk these might pose

• Understand the principles of and requirements for asbestos surveys, risk assessment and risk management strategies and their role in reducing health risks

• Describe the approved methods for sampling of bulk asbestos along with the situations where segregation may be required

• Appreciate suitable PPE/RPE and the methods for personal decontamination

• Practically demonstrate the procedure for taking samples including use of PPE, RPE and personal decontamination

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• Understand the principles of and requirements for Full Access asbestos surveys including reporting

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P404 Air Sampling of Asbestos and MMMF and Requirements for a Certificate of Reoccupation Following Clearance of Asbestos

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• Understand the approved methods for sampling of airborne asbestos and MMMF

• Describe the methods used to inspect and test an enclosure used for asbestos clearance

• Practically demonstrate the complete clearance testing process including use of PPE/RPE and reviewing method statements

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• Describe the approved methods for correctly setting-up of equipment for air sampling and for fibre counting

• Understand their limitations and the requirements for quality control

• Practically demonstrate the setting up of air sampling equipment, preparing slides and setting up the microscope

• Count slides within acceptable limits

P403

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) P403 Asbestos Fibre Counting (including Sampling Strategies) (PCM)


Learning outcomes



• Identify the main types of asbestos materials and the appropriate means of recording the locations of asbestos in buildings

• Demonstrate knowledge and full awareness of the procedures and methods for the prevention of future damage to asbestos containing materials

• Develop an action plan on the basis of survey information and properly manage the asbestos that is remaining in a premises by suitable schemes

• Demonstrate familiarity with current good practice in enclosures for asbestos remediation

• Identify examples of poor working procedures in a practical situation

• Understand the role of the analyst, air monitoring techniques and the four stage clearance procedure

• Understand the pressures and demands on various parties during an asbestos removal project

• Practically evaluate a method statement submitted by a contractor for a project and write a report on items of improvement

• Practically demonstrate their knowledge of how to carry out an enclosure and hygiene unit inspection both prior to works and post remediation

• Convert survey data into an action plan

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Management of Asbestos in Buildings


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• Demonstrate improved knowledge in the techniques of air sampling and clearance testing and the provisions for certification for reoccupation

P404R Air Sampling of Asbestos and MMMF and Requirements for a Certificate of Reoccupation Following Clearance of Asbestos Refresher



P406 Supervision and Management of the Safe Removal and Disposal of Asbestos

Learning outcomes


• Describe the health effects of asbestos


• Understand all the elements required for safe asbestos removal projects

• Understand the use and limitation of all forms of PPE and RPE and how decontamination procedures must be operated

• Practically demonstrate an initial enclosure inspection and identification of deficiencies

• Practically demonstrate a final enclosure inspection as if it was part of a four stage clearance procedure

• Practically demonstrate an inspection of a decontamination unit

• Practically demonstrate a full personal decontamination procedure

• Practically demonstrate understanding of a “plan of work” including the relevant supporting documentation

• Practically demonstrate understanding of techniques of dust suppression and all safety issues including requirements of PPE/RPE

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• Meet the annual refresher training needs of Supervisory Licence Holders who have already achieved a pass in Proficiency Module P406

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P406R Supervision and Management of the Safe Removal and Disposal of Asbestos Refresher


Learning outcomes


• Understand the legislation relating to asbestos and its management

• Identify the main types of asbestos materials and the appropriate means of recording the locations of asbestos in buildings and be fully aware of the procedures and methods for the prevention of future damage to asbestos containing materials

• Identify the main elements that are required for an asbestos management plan

• Understand how to implement an asbestos management plan and also the checks required when reviewing its effectiveness

• Demonstrate familiarity with processes required for controlling works which could disturb ACMs along with any appropriate precautions which may be required

• Understand the training requirements for compliance with CAR 2006 along with methods for ensuring the selection of suitable and competent organisations and individuals

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Managing Asbestos in Premises, the Duty Holder Requirements


Proficiency Modules P600 Series Control

P601 Thorough Examination and Testing of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems

Learning outcomes


• Show awareness of the principles of good control practice and the role of local exhaust ventilation (LEV)

• Carry out commissioning of an LEV system and establish whether the system works effectively and controls exposure

• Determine the operating criteria for continued performance to specification

• Carry out the testing of previously-appraised LEV systems used to control exposure to substances hazardous to health

• Produce suitable records of the results of examination and testing as required by regulatory guidance and codes

• Understand and be able to describe the principles and the main elements of an LEV system

• Judge whether an LEV system is capable of adequate control of the identified hazards

• Carry out the necessary measurements safely to determine if an LEV system is effective and operating to the design specification

• Provide suitable advice to remedy any faults discovered

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• Demonstrate awareness of the principles of good control practice and the role of local exhaust ventilation (LEV)

• Understand the importance of design considerations in terms of the workplace, process, and plant, as a means of reducing occupational exposures

• Understand the principles and the main elements of an LEV system and be able to design basic LEV systems that will be capable of adequately controlling the identified hazards

• Carry out the necessary measurements at commissioning of a system and to check whether an LEV system is effective and operating to the design specification

• Provide suitable records of the basis of design Basic

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Basic Design Principles of Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems

Proficiency Modules P600 Series Control

Learning outcomes


• Understand the risk-based rationale for selection of personal protective equipment

• Understand the basis for selection and correct use of respiratory protective equipment

• Understand the basic maintenance requirements for respiratory protective equipment

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Proficiency Modules P700 Series Noise and Vibration

P701 Noise - Workplace Assessment

Learning outcomes


• Describe the consequences to health and well being of excessive exposure to noise

• Understand the principles of carrying out noise assessments in the workplace

• Carry out workplace noise measurement including personal dosimetry and octave band analysis

• Determine the significance of measurement data in relation to the various standards for compliance

• Conduct surveys in the workplace to assess risks from noise

• Understand current standards and good practice in these fields

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P702 Noise - Control and Environmental Noise Assessment

Learning outcomes


• Understand the propagation of noise in the working environment

• Understand the principles of engineering control of noise in the workplace

• Advise on the evaluation, selection and maintenance of personal hearing protection

• Understand the nature of noise nuisance and disturbance issues in the external environment

• Apply techniques to carry out an environmental noise assessment

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P702 Noise - Control and Environmental Noise Assessment


Learning outcomes


• Understand the requirements of current legislation on exposure to hand-arm vibration [HAV]

• Identify situations where HAV hazards exist and assess the risk

• Identify basic techniques for the control of vibration exposure, and identify areas where vibration reduction is required

• Assess, and where relevant measure, the effectiveness of vibration control measures

• Evaluate the daily vibration exposures of employees from information about measured vibration magnitudes and work patterns

• Understand the uses and limitations of personal protective equipment

• Understand the role and purpose of health surveillance with respect to HAVS

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Proficiency Modules P700 Series Noise and Vibration


Proficiency Modules P900 Series Legionella

P900 Maintenance and Testing of Control Systems

Learning outcomes


• Understand the origins of legionella and the factors which allow it to proliferate in man-made water systems

• Identify legal requirements, approved codes of practice and best practice in the control of legionella

• Identify the key elements that make up domestic hot and cold water systems

• Understand the principles of practical implementation of legionella control regimes

• Effectively undertake and record water temperature monitoring in a range of water outlets and installations

• Undertake and record physical inspections of water systems and installations

• Practically undertake and record basic cleaning and descaling of shower heads and hoses

• Interpret water monitoring data and identify potential defects and inconsistencies in the management of the water systems

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P901 Management and Control of Building Hot and Cold Water Services

Learning outcomes


• Understand the origins of legionella and the factors which allow it to proliferate in man-made water systems

• Identify the main conditions that need to coincide for legionella infection to take place and how they may be used to control risk

• Identify legal requirements, approved codes of practice and best practice guidance

• Implement legionella control regimes with suitable monitoring programmes and records

P901

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P901 Management and Control of Building Hot and Cold Water Services


Learning outcomes


• Understand the particular legionella infection risks posed by open evaporative cooling systems and the use of treatment regimes to control those risks

• Understand the risk assessment approach to fill pack removal for cleaning

• Understand the key components of open evaporative cooling systems and their principal functions

• Identify and understand the key elements of a chemical treatment regime for open evaporative cooling systems

• Apply a ‘first principles’ approach to the management of risk associated with a range of legionella risk systems

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P903 Management and Control of Open Evaporative Cooling and other Industrial High Risk Systems

Proficiency Modules P900 Series Legionella

Learning outcomes


• Understand the particular legionella infection risk posed by spa pools and the use of established control regimes to effectively manage that risk

• Apply a ‘first principles’ approach to the management of risk associated with a range of legionella risk systems including: • the legionella infection risk of air humidification systems, fogging and misting devices • emergency water systems: fire, safety showers, eye wash stations • stand alone or fixed washing devices for vehicles, components, products or other items • wet scrubbers for removing dust, fumes, gases, paint or other substances • fire and fire suppression systems

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BOHS’s professional level Occupational Hygiene qualifications are approximately equivalent to QCF levels 7 and 8. They are the only professional qualifications in this field available in the UK and are recognised as such by the Health and Safety Executive and throughout industry.

Professional Occupational Hygiene Qualifications


Certificate of Operational Competence inOccupational HygieneThe Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene is the qualification required to join the Faculty of Occupational Hygiene at a professional level, as a Licentiate, and demonstrates knowledge and competence in the broad principles and practice of occupational hygiene.

Candidates must pass an oral examination held (usually) at the BOHS Head Office.

Pre-requisitesAll candidates must be of graduate calibre, with a strong science, mathematics or engineering educational background, and have at least three years’ experience of comprehensive occupational hygiene practice.

There are three possible routes to the Certificate:

For route 1, refer back to the information about our Occupational Hygiene Modules from page 7 of this brochure.

For route 2, you can find out whether the qualification you hold is approved by the Faculty via our website.

For route 3, the Certificate Core examinations are usually held twice a year at the BOHS Head Office, and applications should be made directly to BOHS with the appropriate fee. There is guidance for candidates on the Certificate Core examination itself, and how to apply,on our website.

How to applyThe Certificate Oral examination is normally held at the BOHS Head Office four times a year, in March, June, September and December, and applications and payment should be made directly to BOHS. You can download the guidance on the Oral examination requirements, information on the current fee, and how to apply, from the website page.

Find out morewww.bohs.org/education/examinations/certificate-operational-competence/

Diploma of Professional Competence inOccupational HygieneThe Diploma of Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene is the highest professional occupational hygiene qualification awarded in the UK. In addition, it is recognised as a professional qualification by the International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA) via its National Accreditation Recognition (NAR) scheme.

Award of the Diploma qualifies the holder to become a Member of the Faculty of Occupational Hygiene, and demonstrates competence in assessing risks to health in the workplace, and an ability to advise on control procedures that are proportionate and effective.

Candidates must pass an oral examination held (usually) at the BOHS Head Office.

Pre-requisitesAll candidates must already hold the Certificate of Operational Competence, and be able to demonstrate five years’ experience in the field of occupational hygiene.

There are two possible routes to the Diploma:

For route 1, you can find out whether the qualification you hold is approved by the Faculty via our website.

For route 2, the Diploma Core examinations are usually held twice a year at the BOHS Head Office, and applications should be made directly to BOHS with the appropriate fee. There is guidance for candidates on the Diploma Core examination itself, and how to apply, on our website.

How to applyThe Diploma Oral examination is normally held at the BOHS Head Office four times a year, in March, June, September and December, and applications and payment should be made directly to BOHS. You can download the guidance on the Oral examination requirements, information on the current fee, and how to apply, from the website page.

Find out morewww.bohs.org/education/examinations/diploma- operational-competence/


Professional Occupational Hygiene Qualifications

ROUTE 14 core BOHS

Occupational Hygiene Modules+ 2 optional BOHS


(+PLP)

ROUTE 2Approved first or

postgraduatedegree in

Occupational Hygiene

ROUTE 3Certificate Core

(written)examinationOR OR

ROUTE 1Approved postgraduate degree in Occupational

Hygiene

ROUTE 2Diploma Core

(written) examinationOR

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The Faculty of Occupational Hygiene is the professional arm of BOHS and the only UK examining board for qualifications in occupational hygiene.

Membership of the Faculty Membership is restricted to BOHS members with specific qualifications in occupational hygiene, and there are five levels of membership.

• Associate (AFOH) Associate membership of BOHS is the first step for those wishing to gain professional recognition as an occupational hygienist.

As an Associate member (AFOH) of the Faculty you will be recognised as having made the commitment to progress your career in occupational hygiene. With mentoring support, you will be working towards gaining the Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene within a maximum timeframe of five years.

Am I eligible?

In order to be eligible for this grade of membership you must have successfully completed at least one of the Occupational Hygiene Modules, or alternatively the Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene introductory course.

• Licentiate (LFOH) Licentiate membership is the Faculty’s entry level professional grade, and you will be recognised as a professional occupational hygienist who is experienced, knowledgeable and competent in the broad principles and practice of occupational hygiene.

Am I eligible?

You must hold the Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene in order to join the Faculty as a Licentiate member.

• Member (MFOH) As a Member of the Faculty, you will be recognised as an experienced and highly qualified professional occupational hygienist, holding the highest professional occupational hygiene qualification awarded in the UK.

Am I eligible?

To join the Faculty at Member grade, you must hold the Diploma of Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene.

Faculty


• Specialist Member (MFOH(S)) The Specialist Member grade is available for those who are not holders of the BOHS Diploma of Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene but are engaged in specialist aspects of occupational hygiene. Specialist Members will be recognised as experienced professionals, having demonstrated evidence of their specialist competence as well as knowledge of the general principles of occupational hygiene through a Specialist Oral examination.

Am I eligible?

Candidates must hold an honours or postgraduate degree or equivalent qualification in a scientific or technological subject relevant to occupational hygiene, and have at least five years’ experience in the specialist subject offered. The specialist subject must be approved by the Chief Examiner as an important part of occupational hygiene as currently defined by the Faculty.

• Fellow (FFOH) Fellowship of the Faculty of Occupational Hygiene is the highest award that the Faculty can bestow on a practising professional occupational hygienist. It is awarded only to applicants who have been in the Member grade of the Faculty for at least five years and who can demonstrate seniority in the field of occupational hygiene as well as a distinct contribution to the advancement of the profession.

Find out more

More detailed information on membership benefits, grades and fees can be found on our website.www.bohs.org/membership/grades-fees/


Code of ethics

All members of the Faculty are required to abide by our Code of Ethics. This has been developed to ensure that they act in such a way that the protection and preservation of worker health remains their paramount responsibility at all times, and to guide those who may be subject to contradictory pressures and enable them to act with integrity and objectivity.

The Code of Ethics also provides a benchmark for clients, employers, other professionals and members of the general public to use where there is a question as to whether Faculty members have conducted themselves in an appropriate manner.

Continuing Professional Development

Participation in the Faculty’s scheme of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is mandatory for all Faculty members at Fellow, Member, Specialist Member, Licentiate and Associate grades.

CPD is the process by which occupational hygiene professionals keep updated to meet the needs of workers, management, and their own professional development, and embraces developing and improving the broad range of skills necessary for best practice (such as management, communication, teaching, IT and audit), as well as updating technical and scientific knowledge.

The Faculty regards CPD as a professional obligation, and is committed to the concept of CPD as a means of encouraging and upholding the highest professional standards of knowledge and performance among the qualified practitioners of occupational hygiene.

Directory ofOccupational Hygiene Services

The Faculty maintains the Directory of Occupational Hygiene Services, which is the only UK directory of companies who are able to provide qualified and experienced occupational hygienists and specialist occupational hygiene support services, with coverage throughout the UK.

Only organisations employing at least one Faculty member can be included within this directory, and all contacts within companies listed are either Licentiates, Members or Fellows of our Faculty.

The Directory is offered free of charge, and is available both as a hard copy book and online where it is searchable by region or name: www.bohs.org/OHServices-directory/

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BOHS Qualifications Modules


W201 Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene is a foundation level professional development option for any occupational health and safety professional; it also enables entry to the Faculty (as with any Occupational Hygiene Module qualification) at Associate grade, as a stepping stone towards the Certificate and Licentiate grade.

The remaining Occupational Hygiene Modules are intermediate level qualifications in a particular topic of occupational hygiene which demonstrate technical expertise in that area or, grouped together, as one route towards the professional level Certificate and Diploma examinations (see over). These Modules are available in the UK [as ‘M’ and ‘S’ modules] and internationally [as ‘W’ modules]. Individual Modules can also be taken to a higher, Certificate of Competence, level.

Proficiency Modules

These cover both theory and practical training in specific subjects, and are aimed at those needing to demonstrate a level of proficiency to carry out the area of the work covered by the Module. Some can be grouped to form the equivalent of an Occupational Hygiene Module.

* Core modules

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• Health Effects of Hazardous Substances M101/W507* see page 10 • Measurement of Hazardous Substances M102/W501* see page 10

• Control of Hazardous Substances M103/W505* see page 11

• Assessment and Control of Noise M104/W503* see page 11

• Assessment and Control of Thermal Environment M201/W502 see page 12

• Ergonomics M203/W506 see page 12

• Assessment and Control of Asbestos S301/W504 see page 13

• P300 Series See pages 19-20 3 Modules covering Lighting, Biological Agents, COSHH.

• P400 Series See pages 21-26 7 Asbestos Modules plus Refreshers – covering bulk sampling, surveying, fibre counting, air sampling and clearance testing, removal and disposal, management. P401 to P405 is equivalent to S301/W504

• P600 Series See pages 27-28 3 Control Modules – covering LEV and PPE. P601 to P603 is equivalent to M103/W505

• P700 Series See pages 29-30 3 Noise and Vibration Modules. P701 to P703 is equivalent to M104/W503

• P900 Series See pages 31-32 4 Legionella Modules.

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HygieneModule

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Hygiene Modules

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4 core + 2 optionalUK ‘M’ or ‘S’

OccupationalHygiene Modules

Certificate of Competance

in an individual subject

By 2013 all our Occupational Hygiene Modules will be aligned under the international system and known by their ‘W’ titles. If taken as a route towards the Certificate examination, any ‘W’ Modules will have to be supplemented with a Personal Learning Portfolio [PLP].

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Find out more www.bohs.org/education/examinations/


BOHS Qualifications Routes to and through the Faculty

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Occupational Hygiene Modules can be used individually to gain entry to the Faculty at Associate level, or they can be grouped together, as one route towards the professional level Certificate and Diploma examinations.

Associate MemberW201 Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene, or any Occupational Hygiene Module, is the entry level for the Faculty - Associates must progress to at least Licentiate grade

within five years

Licentiate MemberThe BOHS Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene is the

professional level qualification required to join the Faculty as a Licentiate

3 years’ experience of occupational hygiene

practiceOR+ OR

Route 14 core BOHS

Occupational Hygiene Modules + 2 optional BOHS Occupational

Hygiene Modules (+ PLP)

There are 3 routes to the Certificate:

Route 2Approved first or

postgraduate degree in Occupational Hygiene

Route 3Certificate Core

(written) examination

Certificate Oral examination

Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene

FellowFellows of the Faculty must have been at Member level for at least five years and be

able to demonstrate seniority and a distinct contribution to the profession

MemberMembers of the Faculty must hold the BOHS Diploma of Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene, which is the highest professional occupational hygiene

qualification awarded in the UK

BOHS Certificate of Operational

Competence + 5 years’ experience of

occupational hygiene practice

OR+Route 1

Approved postgraduate degree in Occupational Hygiene

There are 2 routes to the Diploma:

Route 2Diploma Core

(written) examination

Diploma Oral examination

Diploma of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene

Find out more www.bohs.org/education/examinations/

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