Education Connection 2024 April
Featured Blog Post
Meeting Uncertainty with Curiosity
By: Abby Roberts
Before Helena Boschi returned to university to study psychology and neuroscience, her career took her first through sales and marketing and then to senior organization development roles in a number of companies across several industries. In these positions, she observed that people often responded to change initiatives in surprising and irrational ways, even when these initiatives seemed to make sense on a rational level.'
Be a Part of AIHA CONNECT 2024
Call for Student Poster Judges
AIHA is seeking volunteers to virtually judge student posters for the Best in Show awards at AIHA Connect. Judges will review digital student poster files online from April 26 – May 10 to select first place (gold), second place (silver), and third place (bronze). Student winners will each receive a certificate and gift card. Winners will be determined before AIHA Connect, no later than May 13. Award winners will be featured in an issue of The Synergist after the conference.
This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the profession. If you would like to serve as a judge for the Best in Show awards, email Diana Kane no later than April 22, 2024.
As in past years, AIHA’s technical committees will also judge student posters separately at their discretion in consideration for specific committee awards.
Featured Education in Indoor Air Quality
Exposure to indoor air pollutants or lack of fresh air can cause short- and long-term health effects. Improved indoor air quality has been shown to result in higher productivity, better cognitive performance, reduced absenteeism, less reported job stress, and increased job satisfaction.
Featured e-Learning
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) & Label Authoring
Gain proficiency in Safety Data Sheet (SDS) & Label Authoring with AIHA University’s updated self-study course. So much new content has been added, you can now earn 16 contact hours and test your knowledge with interactive quizzes!
Cost-Effective Education at Your Fingertips
It’s easier than ever to invest in your professional development with a 2024 AIHA University eLearning Subscription. You’ll not only be up to date on the latest trends, but you’ll save on your education costs for the year.
Get year-long access to 24 contact hours of eLearning on the hottest topics affecting OEHS professionals for just $499. With access to included AIHA webinars and OnDemand recordings in the online classroom, it’s easy to work education into your busy schedule.
Featured Publications
A Case-Based Introduction to Modeling Occupational Inhalation Exposures to Chemicals
Member $89 | Non-Member $115
This collection of case studies is written to provide an application-based “on-ramp” to the mathematical modeling of inhalation exposures to chemicals. Seeing the models as integral tools for everyday exposure assessment will help you improve the quality of your exposure judgments.
Looking Ahead: New Releases in 2024
With a new year comes new resources! Keep an eye out for the following publications scheduled for release in 2024:
- Odor Thresholds for Chemicals, 4th edition
- Chemical Protective Clothing, 3rd edition
- Biosafety Reference Manual, 3rd edition
- Sample Collection Quality Manual—new!
Be sure to check the AIHA University Bookstore throughout the year for updates on these and other valuable resources.
The Use of Physiological Monitoring to Assess Heat Strain
Wednesday, April 24 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET
Earn 1 Contact Hour
Member $99 | Nonmember $125 | Student $25
This webinar will introduce attendees to the AIHA White paper on Physiological Monitoring to Assess Heat Strain.
Technical Framework: Legionella
Cases of Legionnaires' disease, and the associated unfortunate outcomes, draw attention in the news around the world. This framework lists the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed by the competent technician, responder professional, and program professional to effectively prevent or respond to Legionella contamination of building water systems.
Volunteer Opportunities
Call for PDC Monitors at AIHA CONNECT
As a monitor, you will be responsible for attendee sign-in, course announcements, and assisting the instructor as needed. In return for your assistance, AIHA CONNECT will waive your PDC registration fee. Assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
Register Early and SAVE on 2024 AIHA University Road Course Training (In-person)!
Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene Course - 32 Contact Hours
- May 23-26, 2024, In-Person Offering in Westerville, OH
- September 16-19, 2024, In-Person Offering in Westerville, OH
Immerse your staff in IH principles and practices with Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene, a four-day (in-person) five-day (virtual) training course offering sampling and workshop sessions, hands-on (in-person), video lab experiences (virtual), demo sessions, and problem-solving exercises.
Join us to gain hands-on experience from industry experts.