The course is a core module for the International Certificate in Occupational Hygiene (ICertOHTA). It is designed to be delivered as a 5-day taught programme including student assessment. The student manual can be used as a free-standing reference for those wishing to study independently.
Materials available for download include the syllabus, student manual, tutor guide, powerpoint slides, overnight and practical exercises.
OHTA507 – Health Effects of Hazardous Substances

Intermediate
Course overview
Aims
- Introduce you to toxicology, physiology and epidemiology.
- Identify chemical substances hazardous to health at work and their harmful effects on target organs.
You will learn to
- Define commonly used toxicological terms.
- Know the main routes by which hazardous substances can enter the body, and the factors which influence their absorption, distribution, storage and elimination.
- Know where to find information on hazardous substances and processes.
- Understand the principal target organs affected by hazardous substances at work, and the factors influencing harm.
- Know the main routes of exposure and toxic and health effects for hazardous substances commonly encountered in the workplace.
- Interpret results from epidemiological studies.
