Toxicology (level 6)

Toxicology (level 6)

University of Cumbria
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Description

Module delivery dates

Lancaster - 16 January and 13 February 2014

You will need to attend one of the induction days prior to commencing your first module; these are running in Lancaster on 18 or 19 September 2013 (you only need to attend one date), 08 January 2014 and 26 March 2014 and in Carlisle on 20 September 2013, 07 January 2014 and 25 March 2014. If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.

Closing date for applications

The closing date for applications is 5 working days prior to the module start date or, if this is your first module, 5 working days prior to the induction date.

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Module delivery dates

Lancaster - 16 January and 13 February 2014

You will need to attend one of the induction days prior to commencing your first module; these are running in Lancaster on 18 or 19 September 2013 (you only need to attend one date), 08 January 2014 and 26 March 2014 and in Carlisle on 20 September 2013, 07 January 2014 and 25 March 2014. If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.

Closing date for applications

The closing date for applications is 5 working days prior to the module start date or, if this is your first module, 5 working days prior to the induction date.

Why study with us?

This module aims to equip the student with the detailed knowledge and critical understanding of toxicology applied to their workplace. The student will gain a critical overview of how the human body is systemically affected by toxic substances and how these effects can be avoided or minimised by risk assessment, environmental monitoring and occupational hygiene, personal monitoring and health surveillance.

Finance

If you are employed within NHS North West and this module is to be funded by your employing Trust, please contact your Line Manager and CPD Lead for advice relating to funding and the funding application process.

Resources and facilities

We are amongst the UK’s leading health and wellbeing faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent.

Entry requirements

Evidence of prior successful study at underpinning level.

More information about levels and credits.

Credit and UCAS requirements Credit: 20 credits Additional contact information

To be eligible to study this module you should be able to apply it to your practice.

Modules

HPHO6020 Toxicology (20 credits level 6)

Intended Learning Outcomes
  • Critically evaluate the effects of a given toxicological substance on the human body.
  • Critically appraise the various occupational hygiene methodologies available to address a workplace issue.
  • Show a critical awareness of how occupational exposures to toxic substances can occur.
  • Appraise the effectiveness of the prevention measures available to protect employees and others from toxic substances.
Indicative Core Bibliography

Alli, B. (2008) Fundamental Principles of Occupational Health & Safety. 2nd edition. Geneva: International Labour Office

Aw, T.C. Gardiner, K. & Harrington, J.M. (eds) (2007) Pocket Consultant Occupational health. 5th Ed. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing

Cherrie, J., Howie, R. & Semple, S. (2010) Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work. 4th edition. London: Wiley-Blackwell

Levy, B., Wegman, D.H., Baron, S.L. & Soklas, R. (2011) (eds) Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease. New York: Oxford University Press Inc.

Harrington, J.M. & Gardiner, K. (1995) Occupational Hygiene 2nd edition. Oxford: Blackwell Science.

Murray, L, Daly, F., Little, M & Cadogan, M. (2011) (eds) Toxicology Handbook. 2nd edition. Chatswood, Australia: Elsevier.

Timbrell, J.A. (2001) Introduction to Toxicology 3rd edition. London: Taylor & Francis

Course summary

This module will cover toxicological exposure, and how it affects specific human physiological systems. Methods of exposure to toxic substances will be examined and also how this can be prevented. Students will be expected to apply concepts learned to an aspect of their workplace. The student will be introduced to Health and Safety Executive publications such as EH40, the Control of Substances hazardous to health regulations and other resources such as Material Safety Data Sheets. They will be introduced to the concepts of risk assessment and the role of occupational health where there are employees and others working with toxic substances.

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