M501 - Measurement Of Hazardous Substances
M501 - Measurement Of Hazardous Substances (Including Risk Assessment) (Core)
Description
This examination provides you with a sound understanding of the techniques for assessing exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace and with an understanding of how exposure information can be used to assess risk.
How to prepare
Candidates can prepare by self-study, but are recommended to follow appropriate in-company training, University course or other course provided by a reputable training provider.
Learning objectives
On completing this examination, you will able to:
- describe the general approach to health risk assessment, including the role of atmospheric monitoring;
- select appropriate equipment to measure specific airborne contaminants and devise a suitable sampling strategy;
- present the results in a form useful for health risk assessment purposes to enable management to comply with relevant legislation.
Prerequisites
Candidates who undertake this course are expected to be aware of the contents of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations (COSHH), HSE Guidance HSG173, Monitoring Strategies for Toxic Substances and HSE guidance General Methods for Sampling and Gravimetric Analysis of Respirable and Inhalable Dust.
This course would be suitable for technicians and technologists who conduct measurements and testing in workplaces