Occupational Hygiene Program

The University has developed and implemented a comprehensive Occupational Hygiene Program (OHP) devoted to the recognition, evaluation and control of those environmental factors and stresses, arising in or from the work place that may cause illness, injury, or discomfort. To help reduce the risk of hazardous exposures, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve working conditions, appropriate occupational hygiene practices will be applied to the University operations in accordance with the University of Calgary Occupational Health & Safety Policy. The Occupational Hygiene Program clearly defines and stipulates the responsibilities of all workplace parties involved in its development, administration and implementation of the program. The OHP provides information to departments, supervisors and workers to allow for informed decision-making regarding exposure to hazardous agents in the workplace including chemical, biological and physical hazards.

Chemical Hazard – is any chemical capable of causing bodily injury or illness.
Biological Hazard – is any biological organism that is infectious or pathological to humans.
Physical Hazard – arises from the interaction of matter and energy related to the science of physics such as sound, light and radiation that could result in an occupational injury or illness.

The Occupational Hygiene Program includes the following elements:

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1.0 Introduction
2.0 Occupational Hygiene Process
3.0 Roles and Responsibilities
4.0 Education and Training
5.0 Preventative Maintenance and Inspection
6.0 Annual Program Review
7.0 Definitions
8.0 References and Resources
Appendix
Walkthrough Survey Checklist Template (Appendix A)
Prioritization of Agents (Appendix B)