Sampling Workshop for Industrial Hygiene and Workplace Safety
Offered twice per year in the Spring and Fall: See course dates or register for the course
We can also come to you! If you’d like for us to deliver a tailored course at your facility, give us a call at 205-348-3967.
Course Description:
This introductory 2-day sampling workshop is designed for technicians and EHS staff who want to learn the basics of workplace sampling for industrial hygiene and safety.
The course is primarily hands-on and provides an overview of key principles and practices for identifying workplace hazards and conducting sampling for air contaminants, noise, vibrations, radiation, mold, hazardous chemicals, and thermal stressors. Practice with commonly used sampling equipment and interactive exercises will help reinforce practical skills, making this course ideal for those new to workplace sampling.
Participants will also explore foundational topics such as developing sampling plans, adhering to QA/QC protocols, completing chains of custody (COCs), communicating with laboratories, and interpreting and reporting results.
Additionally, valuable resources will be provided that students can take with them for use on the job, including sampling templates, checklists, and guides to help apply the knowledge gained in the course to real-world situations.
Hands-on activities include:
- Air Sampling Pumps – Personal and Area
- Noise Monitors – Personal and Area
- Mold Swabs and Mold Air Samples
- Wet Bulb Thermometers
- Wipe Sampling
- Equipment Calibration
- Looking up Occupational Exposure Levels using the OSHA Z-Tables, ACGIH’s TLVs and BEIs, and NIOSH’s RELs
- Developing a Sampling Plan
- Filling out a COC
- Calculating Time Weighted Averages
- Unit Conversions
- Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist in understanding IH hazards.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for beginners who are new to the field of industrial hygiene or occupational health and safety. It is designed for individuals who may be responsible for identifying and managing workplace hazards but have little to no prior experience with industrial hygiene sampling. This includes safety officers, environmental health technicians, facility managers, and anyone involved in workplace safety or health compliance.
Additionally, those looking to expand their knowledge of basic sampling techniques and gain hands-on experience with common sampling equipment will benefit from this course. No prior industrial hygiene knowledge is required, making it a great starting point for those looking to build a foundational understanding of occupational hazard identification and sampling.
Cancellation Policy Effective June 1, 2023
A cancellation charge of 100% of the registration fee will be assessed on cancellations occurring within seven (7) days of the start of this session. Refunds will not be granted after the program has begun. The University of Alabama reserves the right to cancel, postpone or combine class sections, to limit registration or to change instructors. To cancel your registration, contact the Registration Services department at 205-348-3000 or registration_services@ua.edu. A copy of the OTIDE Cancellation Policy can be found online.