1 September – 5 September 2025

Course Overview

Aims
• Introduce you to toxicology, physiology and epidemiology.
• Identify chemical substances hazardous to health at work and their harmful effects on target organs.

Learning Outcomes

• Define commonly used toxicological terms.
• Know the main routes by which hazardous substances can enter the body and the factors which influence their absorption, distribution, storage and elimination.
• Know where to find information on hazardous substances and processes.
• Understand the principal target organs affected by hazardous substances at work and the factors influencing harm.
• Know the main routes of exposure and the toxic and health effects of hazardous substances commonly encountered in the workplace.
• Interpret results from epidemiological studies.

Course Format

Online

Course Content

Available from OHTA website