Industrial Hygiene

Workplace safety encompasses the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of chemical, physical and biological hazards arising in or from the workplace. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and other relevant legislation are explored.

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Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 18

    Reference number
    CRN 30551
    Course fee$422.35

    Registration closed

  • OnlineOpen

    SEP 08-DEC 15

    Reference number
    CRN 11383
    Course fee$422.35

Course Materials

Course Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.

Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.

  • Required Textbook

    Fundamentals Of Industrial Hygiene

    by Nation Safety Council

    Edition
    7th
    ISBN9780879123567

    Note: No substitute for textbooks unless otherwise stated

    Course CodeAL-SAF5402Registration CodeCF-OL443
  • Required Textbook

    Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substance & Physical Agents & the Biological Exposure Indices

    by American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygenist

    Publisher
    American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygenist
    Edition
    2026
    ISBN9781607261780
    Course CodeAL-SAF5402Registration CodeCF-OL443

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.