Occupational Hygiene Training Association (OHTA)

🏅The Olympic season is the perfect time for OHTA to recognize our GOLD MEDAL authors and reviewers for the Student Manuals. Starting with the 201 Basic Principles in Occupational Hygiene, OHTA recognizes the contributions from bp the energy company and GSK the pharmaceutical company. We thank Brian Davies, Jen Hines, John Dobbie, Kerrie Burton, Phil Johns, Roger Alesbury, Sharann Johnson, Steve Bailey, and Terry McDonald. OHTA also thanks Zack Mansdorf and American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) for their work on the on-line version. See the OHTA 201 student manual at https://buff.ly/4deHddl #OHTA #OccupationalHygiene #OHLearning

🔔 TRAINING PROVIDER ALERT! 🔔 Dear OEHS Professionals, We're pleased to announce that the Association of Industrial Hygienists, Nigeria (AIHN) is now officially an APPROVED TRAINING PROVIDER for the Occupational Hygiene Training Association (OHTA)! 🎊 WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? It means we can now provide in-person and online training for OHTA-approved training, such as the OHTA 201, etc., in-country! Isn't that just fantastic? Congratulations to all AIHN members on achieving this milestone, and special thanks to the Occupational Hygiene Training Association (OHTA) for providing this opportunity. If you would like more information, feel free to contact us via the association's email: [email protected]. #AIHN #Workerhealthprotection #OHTA #capacitybuilding Ifeyinwa Anya, M.Sc., CIH, Obiajulu Menkiti, Matthew Olota, CMFOH, CIH, CSP, GLORIA AYODEJI-FAPOHUNDA, Abiye Alamina, Echi Igbara, Onyinyechi Obibuba, CYNTHIA OZOBU, CIH, CMIOSH, COHC, CMSA., Adokiye Michael, Oghoin-olem Oruene, Ken Osakwe PhD, FRSPH, Engr Sadat Ihwughwavwe, MBA, CSP, MNSE, COREN, Alfred Ajao [CMIOSH, FITOL, MIEnSC, MIoL], Isaac Oyedele, American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA), British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), Malaysian Industrial Hygiene Association (MIHA) Malaysian Industrial Safety and Health Association (MiSHA) The Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene (SAIOH) Workplace Health Without Borders (WHWB) World Health Organization Dr. Ehi Iden rcsi Samantha Connell, MSPH, CIH Maharshi Mehta, CIH, CSP, FAIHA Dina Siegel CIH, CSP, CBSP, FAIHA Alex Wilson Parmjit Gahir Nicole Greeson, MS, CIH

Congratulations to Umali Muhammad Yasidu from Malawi for receiving the ICertOHTA! With a background in civil engineering, Umali has worked within the private sector in construction and infrastructure. After joining the Ministry of Mining and obtaining a master’s in engineering, Umali has now been working as a principal mining surveyor for over a decade. Umali says that OHTA courses have provided him with an increased awareness of hazards and risks in the workplace, allowing him to increase his awareness of health and safety hazards and risks in the mining sector, as well as advise on the implementation of control measures to create a safe working environment. Congratulations again, Umali! #OHTA #OccupationalHygiene #OHLearning

OHTA would like to acknowledge the Indonesian Industrial Hygiene Association (IIHA) as they prepare for their 9th IIHA Connect 2024 conference in August. See https://iiha.id/ As part of this event, IIHA will offer (3) OHTA courses: OHTA 201 Basic Principles, OHTA 501 Measurement of Hazardous Substances, and OHTA503 Noise. IIHA has also translated both the OHTA 201 manual and the exam into the Bahasa language. Congratulations to President Mila Tejamaya and the conference team. It’s great to see the smiling faces of Indonesian hygienists from last year’s conference!

Historical Note #3 Since the founding of OHTA, student manuals have been designed to not only grow the skills of those working directly in occupational hygiene, but also to raise OH skills in allied professions such as occupational medicine, environmental, facilities management, and safety. OHTA is pleased that we have recently had several occupational physicians successfully complete (6) training modules and qualify for the ICertOHTA certificate. Dr. Alice Hamilton would be proud! #OHTA #OHLearning #OccupationalHygiene #IndustrialHygiene

Congratulations to Absalom Ndlovu from Zambia on his recent ICertOHTA certification! Absalom started his career as a graduate trainee safety health & environmental officer at Shabanie Mine in 2005 before briefly moving to Zimplats Mines as an occupational hygiene trainee. Absalom then joined the Occupational Health & Safety Institute of Zambia in 2007 as an occupational hygiene practitioner, which is where he is today. Absalom says that this certification has made it possible for him to be recognized and registered by the Southern Africa Institute of Occupational Hygiene, enabling him to develop technical, theoretical, in-depth knowledge of the occupational hygiene field. Above all, Absalom believes that the ICertOHTA has allowed him to join a globally acclaimed family of proud occupational hygiene practitioners who are competent and recognized around the world! #OHTA #OccupationalHygiene #OHLearning

OHTA extends our congratulations to Denis Dave from Zimbabwe upon achieving the ICertOHTA! For the past ten years, Denis has been employed by Unki Mines, Anglo-American platinum, and is currently working as an occupational hygiene practitioner, as well as holding a BSc honours degree in geography and environmental science. Denis states that the OHTA courses have enhanced his skills and knowledge, allowing him to carry out his duties with confidence and protect the workforce at his company. Congratulations again, Denis! #OHTA #OccupationalHygiene #OHLearning

Historical Note #2 Why was OHTA formed? A driving force to create OHTA was the need to increase the number of occupational hygienists by at least 5 X globally. Another goal was to convert the significant need for occupational hygienists to a significant demand for them from employers. From 2005-2006, a group of senior level hygienists from major multinational companies met to set out options. They were later joined by OH organizations including IOHA, AIOH, AIHA, and BOHS. From this collaborative effort, OHTA was officially constituted in 2009. A global achievement indeed for the OH profession! #OHTA #OHLearning #OccupationalHygiene #IndustrialHygiene

Attention all professionals in New Zealand's workplace health and safety sphere! Don't miss out on our upcoming NZOHS Control of Hazardous Substances OHTA Training Course. Spaces are still available for this invaluable opportunity to enhance your expertise in managing exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. Secure your spot now. Let's work together towards healthier and safer work environments!

Occupational hygienists in Australia have a long history of training and career development of OH professionals in the surrounding countries, including Southeast Asia. Brian Eva is one of those hygienists that has trained countless students in this region on all the OHTA modules. OHTA is proud to have such a distinguished professional as one of our trainers! For more information, see https://buff.ly/4eQ4Jiy #OHTA #OccupationalHygiene #OHLearning #IndustrialHygiene