The British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) is the UK’s chartered, science-led professional society and examining body for occupational hygiene—dedicated to protecting workers’ health by advancing the science of recognizing, assessing, and controlling workplace hazards

The Board for Global EHS Credentialing (BGC) recognizes BOHS coursework as meeting the industrial hygiene (IH) education requirements for the CIH credential. The BOHS M-series modules contribute directly to the required 240 continuing education contact hours in IH topics. Completing these modules also provides educational credit that supports eligibility for the CIH exam.

M Courses (replaces W500) Credited by BGC for CIH Eligibility

1. Foundation Level – M200 (W201) – Basic Principles in Occupational Hygiene

• Covers essential knowledge in toxicology, exposure assessment, control measures, and key physical hazards.

• Prepares candidates in crucial IH fundamentals.

2. Intermediate Level – M500 Series (any 6 of the 7 modules, including the 4 core ones):

• Core Modules:
  • M501 (W501) – Measurement of Hazardous Substances
  • M503 (W503) – Noise: Measurement and Effects
  • M505 (W505) – Control of Hazardous Substances
  • M507 (W507) – Health Effects of Hazardous Substances
• Optional Modules (to choose from):
  • M502 (W502) – Thermal Environment
  • M504 (W504) – Asbestos and Other Fibres
  • M506 (W506) – Ergonomics Essentials
• These align directly with the technical domains required by the CIH exam and satisfy the IH education hours needed.

The Pathway to CIH Using BOHS

• Complete M200 plus six M500 modules → earn the OHTech certificate.
• These courses collectively meet the IH coursework requirement set by BGC/CIH.
• This educational foundation can reinforce your CIH application by demonstrating completion of 180 academic or 240 continuing education contact hours in critical IH subjects.

If you’re targeting CIH certification, using BOHS M500 modules is a proven, structured way to:

• Build recognized IH knowledge
• Meet the education requirement set by BGC
• Earn the OHTech AFOH designation
• Leverage global support programs aimed at emerging-economy candidates

Who Should Attend?

HSE Officers and Managers

Industrial Hygienists

Occupational Health Professionals

Safety Consultants

Engineers and Plant Supervisors

Regulatory & Compliance Officers

Why Choose JAB International Consultancy?

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