University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 2 | Credits: 5

This module aims to provide students with an introduction to skills required to anticipate, evaluate and control workplace hazards

Learning Outcomes
  1. Understand the importance of the role of exposure measurment within the Health and Safety Function
  2. Identify, locate and interpret health and safety legislation, guidance and standards relevent to the measurement and control of workplace hazards
  3. Describe techniques used to evaluate exposure risk from physical, chemical and biological hazards in the work environment
  4. Interpret and communicate occupational exposure data
  5. Appreciate the need for suitable workplace exposure control
  6. Appreciate the need for continuous professional development and the role of professional ethics in this area
Assessments
  • Written Assessment (70%)
  • Continuous Assessment (30%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Monitoring for health hazards at work." by J.W. Cherrie, R.M. Howie and S. Semple.
    Publisher: Blackwell Science.
  2. "Occupational Hygiene" by K. Gardiner and J.M. Harrington (Ed’s)
The above information outlines module PH5107: "Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work" and is valid from 2021 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.