International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA)

Annals of Work Exposures and Health is seeking abstracts for papers that examine the occupational exposures and workplace health and safety challenges arising from or exacerbated by climate change in the Global South. Selected authors will receive an invitation to submit a full manuscript for consideration in a special issue on the theme.   Further information can be found in the attached document and on the Annals website at the link below.   https://lnkd.in/gnxFbpQu   The abstract submission deadline is 31st January 2025. #IOHA #BOHS #Annals #publications #occupationalhygiene #climatechange

Registration is OPEN! IOHA is thrilled to be a GISHW partner and offer our members the opportunity to attend this historical event - the first ever Safety, Health and Wellbeing Days at a World Expo! Comment below if you're interested in attending to get IOHA's discounted rate.

IOHA encourages all OH professionals to register for the WHWB Webinar on 4 December 2024. In 2022, a safe and healthy working environment became one of the five fundamental rights of workers, reinforcing its force as international law. Joaquim Nunes will share with us what this means for all workers, especially those in informal and agricultural work who traditionally have had less protection than those in formal employment. The Branch that he heads coordinated the development of the ILO Global Strategy on Occupational Safety and Health as a pathway to achieving the goal of safe and healthy work for all. He will discuss with us opportunities for working together to support this goal.  

IOHA is pleased to announce our formal collaboration with INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF SAFETY AND HEALTH PROFESSIONAL ORGANISATIONS. Read more about the collaboration in the most recent issue of the GEM Newsletter or in the MOU linked below.

Global Exposure Manager (GEM) July-September 2024 The International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA) is pleased to publish yet another informative GEM, as attached. This is the last edited magazine from Maharshi Mehta, CIH, CSP, FAIHA. IOHA started publishing GEM electronically about one year ago. Readers have responded in overwhelming numbers for the GEM. Maharshi Mehta, CIH, CSP, FAIHA, would like to thank all those who contributed to the magazine. Samantha Connell, MSPH, CIH has graciously agreed to edit future GEMs. This GEM features an article by Margaret Kirby on the Indoor Air Quality Code of Practices from the Health and Safety Authority of Ireland. In the Spanish section of GEM, Armando Chamorro shares an article on Asbestos in Latin America. #IOHA would like to thank Joe Mott and #BOHS for their support in publishing this and previous GEMs. Please submit future GEM articles to Retha van Niekerk and Samantha Connell, MSPH, CIH. #IOHA #EHScommunity #Industrialhygiene #Occupationalhygiene Nancy Wilk, Matthew Olota, CMFOH, CIH, CSP

The IOHA National Accreditation Recognition (NAR) Committee has filled a new role titled Chief NAR Reviewer. IOHA is pleased to announce Dr Sharann Johnson AM, FAIOH, COH as the inaugural incumbent of the new role. Sharann said “I am proud and delighted to be the inaugural Chief Reviewer for the IOHA NAR committee. This will enable me to support and guide NARC members and national associations through the certification credentialling process. Growing the capacity and competency in occupational hygiene globally is an issue I am passionate about.” Chief NAR Reviewer is a brand-new role that was initiated to manage assessments of national schemes within the NAR, assist new applicants with understanding program requirements and onboarding new NAR members with training to support assessment reviews. IOHA believes this role will streamline the application and review processes and draw in new NAR members, growing the pool of Occupational Hygiene (OH) Competency globally. Head to the IOHA website to find out more about OH Certification and the NAR. Links available in the comments. Pictured: Dr Sharann Johnson AM, FAIOH, COH, IOHA Chief NAR Reviewer and Nancy Wilk, IOHA President #IOHA #occupationalhygiene #competency

Announcement: Individual members can now subscribe to receive the IOHA Newsletter (GEM)! Please follow this link to subscribe to the Global Exposure Manager: https://lnkd.in/dpWsaH3J . Kindly share this post far and wide. The next issue of the GEM is almost off the press!

🔔 MEET OUR PARTNER🔔 We are thrilled to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partner, the International Occupational Hygiene Association (IOHA) for their unwavering support in making our upcoming conference a reality. Your dedication and collaboration have been instrumental in bringing this event to life. Together, we are set to create an unforgettable experience, filled with innovation, inspiration, and impactful connections. Thank you for being essential to our journey and helping us pave the way for a healthier and safer future! Looking forward to seeing you at the #AIHN2024! Samantha Connell, MSPH, CIH, Maharshi Mehta, CIH, CSP, FAIHA Ifeyinwa Anya, M.Sc., CIH Matthew Olota, CMFOH, CIH, CSP

On October 20th, the IOHA Board held the 2nd board meeting of 2024 and the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The meeting was graciously hosted by the Malaysian Industrial Hygiene Association (MIHA) and the Asian Network of Occupational Hygiene (ANOH). A special thank you Marina Zainal Farid, CPIH, CIH and Philip Hibbs for their leadership and support in organizing the events. IOHA thanks the board members and committee chairs for their participation and fruitful discussions, which will help IOHA continue to advance as an organization. IOHA would like to thank the 2023 - 2024 Executive Committee for their work and leadership. Specifically Nathalie ARGENTIN and Maharshi Mehta, CIH, CSP, FAIHA who have completed their terms. IOHA welcomes the 2024 - 2025 EXCO and sends best wishes for a successful year ahead. Congratulations to President Nancy Wilk, President-Elect Matthew Olota, CMFOH, CIH, CSP, Secretary Treasurer Andre Winkes and Immediate Past President Samantha Connell, MSPH, CIH. #IOHA #occupationalhygiene #leadership

A huge thank you to our speakers for their support with delivering two informative webinar sessions on Heat Stress! Dr. Ross Di Corleto presented "Managing Heat” and shared much wisdom on the topic of evaluating exposure to heat and controlling the environment. Lawrence Sloan, MBA, FASAE, CAE presented AIHA’s new Heat Stress application and its functionalities. Please download and test the app to provide feedback to AIHA. These webinars support IOHA's mission of promoting and developing OH and occupational hygienists globally. Thank you both for sharing your time and knowledge with IOHA members! #IOHA #continuingeducation #heatstress