GENERAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE
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There are no pre-requisite constraints. However, knowledge of Physics, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry, Elements of Biology are recommended. Understanding of the written English language is intended to be established.
Final written exam. The exam will focus on at least 3 questions related to the course program to define the level of learning and the ability to understand the topics, the terminological property, the ability to apply the acquired knowledge, as well as the communication skills in relation to the theoretical bases of the prevention and risk assessment for health and the environment.
To pass the test, the student must demonstrate adequate theoretical knowledge of the topics covered and the ability to properly expose the knowledge acquired. The answers will positively evaluate the completeness and synthesis in the presentation of the topics also using diagrams, graphs and illustrations. Passing the exam is linked to the positive outcome (minimum assessment of 18 thirtieths) of the test.
More specifically, a final written test will be carried out to evaluate the learning outcomes, consisting of 6 open-ended questions covering all the topics covered in the course; each correct and complete answer is evaluated 5 points. The candidate, having read the overall assessment, can agree with the Professor on an oral exam on a date to be defined.
The time of the written test is fixed in an about 1 hour.
AIM OF THE COURSE
The course aims to provide the student with the knowledge about the general principles of prevention and hygiene in general environments and in occupational settings. The course also aims to provide knowledge relating to the concepts of risk assessment for human health and the environment.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
1. know the concepts of safety and prevention as regards the formal, regulatory and substantive aspects
2. know the main environmental (chemical, physical and biological) risk agents and the methods of exposure to these risk agents in the living and working environments
3. know the main study methods (sampling, monitoring, analysis, and exposure assessment) for these the risk factors;
4. know the principles of risk assessment and the main implementation measures for the protection of human health and the environment
The topics are:
• General concepts [4 hours] of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention. Concepts of hazard, exposure, risk and harm "
• Chemical risks [16 hours]:
- risk agent classification (CLP);
- risk assessment process;
- TLV and limit values;
- environmental monitoring:
- sampling strategies;
- environmental monitoring: gas and vapors;
- environmental monitoring: dusts and aerosols;
- other environmental monitoring systems;
- biological monitoring (Reference values, susceptibility). "
• Physical risks [16 hours]:
- exposure to noise and vibrations,
- exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, microclimate,
- electromagnetic fields
• Biological Risks [6 hours]
- classification and general aspects
- methods for monitoring
• Other topics [6 hours]
- Indoor air quality (IAQ);
- air pollution (particulates),
- legislation for prevention in the places of life and work;
- concepts of collective and individual prevention and protection,
- REACH, CLP and GHS regulations
Book:
• P.A. Bertazzi, I. Grappasonni. Igiene e Sanità Pubblica. Salute e Ambiente. Piccin Nuova Libreria. 2016.
• Lorenzo Alessio, Giuliano Franco G, Francesco Tomei. Trattato di Medicina del Lavoro. Piccin Nuova Libreria. Volume 2. 2015
Slides of lessons: from the e-learning website
During the course, selected technical papers and other supplementary material will be reported, downloadable from the e-learning site or available in the University libraries. Course handouts in pdf format will also be provided and made available on the e-learning platform
Frontal teaching, with slide support. Case studies and real case images are presented for all topics.
The lectures combine a robust theoretical approach with the discussion of case studies. During the lessons, the teacher constantly encourages interaction with students, through moments of discussion and shared analysis of the issues presented, in order to stimulate and develop the ability of critical analysis and to make interdisciplinary relationships.
Prof. Cavallo is available for student receptionin the classroom before and after the lessons and in his office (DiSAT, Floor 1 Cubo building in via Valleggio 11, Como), by appointment (please send an e-mail for appointments - domenico.cavallo@uninsubria.it)