M501 (formerly W501) – Measurement of Hazardous Substances
M501 will provide candidates with an outline to the general approach advocated
for the assessment of the health risk(s) associated with exposure to hazardous substances.
It focuses in detail on the role and application of atmospheric monitoring.
M501 covers the theory of sampling, practical sampling and analytical considerations and
the calculation and presentation of results. Numerical calculations are included to ensure
that the underlying principles are understood.
It also covers principles of occupational hygiene on the basis of ‘Anticipation’, ‘Recognition’, ‘Evaluation’, and ‘Control’ of hazards that can be encountered in the workplace.
This course is offered as a 5-day event with the ‘Open Book’ exam on the morning of the final day.
Payment for M501 is not required at checkout, Invoices will be sent approx 5-6 weeks before the course.
M501 (formerly W501) is recommended for LEV Specialists who, having completed the Certificate in Operational Competence (Control)/LFOH(S), would wish to expand their level of expertise and competence in Air Sampling/Monitoring techniques.
For anyone wishing to progress within the profession of Occupational Hygiene – and are on the pathway towards the Certificate in Occupational Hygiene, M501 is one of the core modules towards that goal.
M501 COURSE CONTENT
- CoSHH Risk Assessments (20%)
- Air Sampling Theory & Practice (20%)
- Air Sampling Equipment (20%)
- Sample Analysis (5%)
- Hygiene Standards (15%)
- Biological Monitoring (10%)
- Calcs, Interpretation & Presentation of Results (10%)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
On successful completion of this M501 course module, delegates will be able to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the following:
- Describe the general approach to health risk assessment, including the role of atmospheric monitoring
- Select appropriate equipment to measure specific airborne contaminants and devise a suitable sampling strategy
- Present the results in a form useful for health risk assessment purposes to enable management to comply with relevant legislation
PRE-REQUISITES
There are no educational pre-requisites for the M501 Measurement of Hazardous Substances course.
Anyone who undertakes this course is expected to be aware of the contents of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations (COSHH), HSE Guidance HSG173, Monitoring Strategies for Toxic Substances and HSE guidance “General Methods for Sampling and Gravimetric Analysis of Respirable and Inhalable Dust”.
EXAM/ASSESSMENT
It is run as a 4-day taught course [minimum teaching hours 37] with 8 hrs self-study/revision/homework to be completed in the evenings.
Candidates are required to pass a “Practical Assessment” conducted by the Tutor during the course and a “Written Examination”.
The exam is an ‘open book’ examination consisting of 40 Short Answer Questions to be completed within 2 hours on the last day of the course. The passmark to pass the exam is 50%.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION?
The most common ‘Pathway’ to gaining the Certificate in Occupational Hygiene (Cert OH) involves candidates completing 6 of the 7 M500 series of course Modules; of which M501 is one.
The candidate would then complete two further components: a Personal Learning Portfolio (PLP) and attend a Professional Discussion. Candidates awarded the Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene, are entitled to use ‘CertOH’ as post-nominal letters after their name.
FEES
£1650 (+exam fee £165*) + VAT / delegate
* Exam Fees reviewed by BOHS Jan each year
SUCCESS with OXYL8
We work very hard with all our students to ensure they gain significant knowledge from the course … and secure a pass ….. first time. Our Delegates will also receive comprehensive course support materials, handouts, pre-course guides etc.
Our pass rates are excellent!
Following on from the course additional Mentoring support is available from our Tutors on a one-to-one basis via Zoom. Delegates can choose and book a date and time online which is convenient to both themselves and the Tutor.