16-20 March 2025

Course Overview

Aims

• Understand the effects of the thermal environment on people.
• Learn to assess and control the risks associated with thermal stress.

Learning Outcomes

You will learn to

• Identify sources of thermal stress within the working environment.
• Understand the nature of thermal strain on the body.
• Make an assessment of the thermal environment through measurement and other methods.
• Evaluate risk from exposure to thermal stress.
• Suggest appropriate control methods for the thermal environment.

Course Format

The course is an optional module for the International Certificate in Occupational Hygiene (ICertOHTA). It is designed to be delivered as a 5-day taught programme including student assessment. The student manual can be used as a free-standing reference for those wishing to study independently.

Course Content