BOHS M200 – Basic Principles in Occupational Hygiene

Syllabus/Course Structure and Assessment

This examination aims to test the broad principles of occupational hygiene as the basis for anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of hazards that can be encountered in the workplace.

Learning objectives

On completing this examination successfully, students will have a basic understanding of:

How is the course assessed?

This is an open-book multiple choice examination comprising of 40 questions (40 marks) to be answered in 1 hour. The examination covers all sections of the syllabus and is overseen by an invigilator. The pass mark for this examination is 60%.

Who is this course suitable for?

This examination is for the following:

  • Health and safety professionals
  • Occupational health specialists including physicians and nurses
  • People wanting to enter the field of occupational hygiene
  • Specialists in subjects such as acoustics, ergonomics, human factors, occupational psychology, work organisation, biosafety, acoustics, engineering, or analytical chemistry who want a broader appreciation of how their role interfaces with other professions over health issues in the workplace

Course Timing

Duration: 3 days

Start time: 9am on course day

Finish time: Approximately 4pm



Location - Manchester

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