Occupational Hygiene has been defined as the science devoted to the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of those environmental factors or stresses arising in or from the workplace, which may cause sickness, impaired health and well-being, or significant discomfort among workers or members of the community.

Occupational Health and Safety offers a range of Occupational Hygiene services to the University Community.

Resolution of Indoor Air Quality Concerns
If you have concerns about poor indoor air quality, here are the steps you need to take to have the situation investigated and resolved.

Noise
Exposure to excessive levels of noise may lead to noise induced hearing loss. This page includes basic information about noise, hearing loss and steps which can be taken to prevent hearing loss.

Designated Substances
In Ontario a number of hazardous materials are specially regulated and require special steps to be taken for storage and handling. This page has a list of these materials and what you need to do while using or handling these materials.

Glove Selection
This document contains important information about glove selection and use.

Eye Protection
This page describes the process for obtaining protective eyewear on campus. There is also a link to the University's Eye Protection Program.

Respiratory Protective Equipment
This describes where you can obtain respirators for use on campus with a link to the University's Respiratory Protective Equipment Program.

NIOSH
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health provides a wealth of information on a wide variety of health and safety topics with a focus on occupational hygiene.

Control of Exposure to Biological or Chemical Agents:

Regulations: - R.R.O. 1990, Reg 833