Occupational Hygiene

Occupational Hygiene is the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, control and prevention of hazards in the workplace. Occupational Hygiene promotes a safe a healthy environment by providing information and advice on prevention of ill health from work activities.

Exposure control plans

Find a library of UBC Exposure Control Plans (ECP) and other useful information.

Hearing conservation

To prevent adverse outcomes of noise exposure, noise levels should be reduced to acceptable levels.

Indoor air quality (IAQ)

Deals with interior air that could affect the health and comfort of building occupants.

Respiratory protection

Respirators should be used for protection against airborne contaminants.

Thermal stress

Resources to help identify signs and symptoms of heat stress, and guidance to prevent heat exposure.

Additional resources

Other useful resources