W503 Noise Measurement and Effects

Overview
Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a serious and potentially debilitating industrial disease which is recognized as the most prevalent industrial disease in Vietnam.

Objectives
This course provides the student with an appreciation of the nature of noise hazards in the workplace and the effects of noise on people. It also details the approach in carrying out noise assessments in the workplace and in the general environment, and to determine the significance of measurement data in relation to the various standards for compliance.
On successful completion of this module, attendees should be able to describe the consequences to health and well-being from excessive exposure to noise, understand the measurement of noise in relation to current standards and conduct surveys in the workplace to assess risks from noise.

Attendees would also be able to advise on the use of control measures including personal protective equipment, appreciate concerns about environmental noise and advise on its assessment, and understand current standards and good practice in this field.

Who should attend?
Personnel managing workplace safety and health, workplace safety and health professionals and consultants.

Course Outline

1. Physics of Noise
2. Human Response to Noise
3. Machinery Noise
4. Assessment of Noise Risk
5. Noise Control and Hearing Protection
6. Introduction to Environmental Noise
7. Standards and Good Practice

Course Assessment: Attendees are assessed with a 40-short answer open-book written examination with an allowed time of 120 minutes at the conclusion of the course.

Certification: BOHS will issue a certificate of successful course completion to candidates who have successfully completed the course.

This course is a core module for the International Occupational Hygiene Certificate and an accredited course by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS).

Pre-requisite and Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN)
Whilst there is no pre-requisite for this course, it is recommended that the attendee is certified with the Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene (W201) certification. Ideally, a WPLN Level 5 or equivalent IELTS 5-6 would be recommended to ensure quality comprehension of the subject matter.

Location: Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Duration: 5 days
Fees: To be confirmed
Date: 17 Sep 2018 - 21 Sep 2018
Time: 8:00 - 17:00

Registration: Contact us to book the course. Register at least 2 weeks prior to a course commencement to secure your seat.

Examination re-sits are required to be completed within 12 months from the date of your first attempt at the qualification. The re-sit can be taken on the last day (exam day) of the course. Get in touch with us for clarification and to register.

Course Lead Tutor:
Mr. Tuan Nguyen, CIH, CSP, FAIHA, ARM, MBA
is Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional and Fellow Member of AIHA. Tuan is based in USA. Tuan has many years hand on experience in dealing with occupational hygiene and hazardous workplace around the world. Tuan is approved as the Lead Tutor for CTSafe, OHTA approved training provider. Tuan is the Board of Director of VIHA; a non-profit organization serving professionals who are working in the occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene and environmental health fileds. Our operating principles are to Promote Worker Health Protection
Course Tutor:
Mr. Binh Pham, M.S, CMIOSH
is the Chartered Member of IOSH and graduated from Columbia Southern University, Alabama, USA with a Master of Science in occupational health and safety. Binh also has 17 years’ experience in safety and occupational training various industries. Binh is approved as the OH Tutor for CTSafe, OHTA approved training provider. Binh is the Interim President of VIHA; a non-profit organization serving professionals who are working in the occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene and environmental health fileds. Our operating principles are to Promote Worker Health Protection