Industrial personal hygiene is the vital component of an organisation’s health and safety management system for the effective management of operational risks. The purpose of this Industrial Hygiene & Occupational Health training course is to provide delegates with the knowledge and understanding of industrial hygiene and occupational health issues and their solutions. Here are key elements and topics typically covered in industrial personal hygiene training:

1. Introduction to Personal Hygiene:

Understanding the importance of personal hygiene in the industrial workplace.

Recognizing the impact of personal hygiene on individual health and overall workplace well-being.

2. Hand Hygiene:

Proper handwashing techniques, including duration and use of soap.

Use of hand sanitizers when handwashing facilities are not readily available.

3. Respiratory Hygiene:

Techniques for practicing good respiratory hygiene, including proper coughing and sneezing etiquette.

Use of masks or other personal protective equipment when necessary.

4. Body and Clothing Hygiene:

Guidelines for maintaining cleanliness of the body and appropriate clothing.

Proper use and care of work uniforms and personal protective clothing.

5. Dermal Exposure Prevention:

Practices to minimize dermal exposure to hazardous substances.

Proper use of gloves, aprons, and other protective clothing to prevent skin contact with chemicals.

6. Hair and Head Protection:

Importance of wearing hairnets, helmets, or other head protection when required.

Proper grooming and hair care practices.

7. Oral Hygiene:

Encouraging good oral hygiene practices.

The importance of maintaining dental health for overall well-being.

8. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

Proper selection, use, and maintenance of PPE.

Ensuring that workers understand when and how to use specific PPE based on their job tasks.

9. Facility Amenities:

Utilizing and maintaining restroom and changing facilities.

Proper disposal of personal hygiene products.