American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)

Reliable occupational exposure assessments require more than collecting data. OEHS professionals must know how to apply sound judgment, evaluate uncertainty, select effective controls, and communicate findings that support better workplace decisions. AIHA University’s Fundamentals of Occupational Exposure Assessment Certificate Program provides a practical foundation in the Anticipate, Recognize, Evaluate, Control, and Confirm decision-making framework. Designed for OEHS technicians and early-career professionals, as well as experienced practitioners seeking a refresher, this self-paced program strengthens the skills needed to prepare for, perform, and document occupational exposure assessments. Complete 11 interactive modules, earn 5.5 contact hours, and receive tangible proof of your competency. Register today: https://hubs.li/Q04q9GM-0 #OEHS #WorkerHealth #OccupationalExposureAssessment #AIHA

AIHA is pleased to announce that Alex Mavrelis, CIH, CSP, CHMM, CIEC, NRPP has been appointed as our representative to The Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air, succeeding Lawrence Sloan, MBA, CAE, FASAE, AAiP, effective immediately. Alex currently chairs the AIHA-ASHRAE IAQ Advisory Group, helping strengthen collaboration on indoor air quality and elevate the role of OEHS professionals in creating healthier indoor environments. As a Commissioner, Alex will help advance global indoor air quality initiatives and contribute to a framework that connects international momentum with real-world solutions. We congratulate Alex on his appointment and thank Larry for representing AIHA in this important work. This transition reflects our continued commitment to healthier workplaces and healthier indoor environments worldwide. https://hubs.li/Q04tgd-w0 #OEHS #IndoorAirQuality #HealthierWorkplaces #IndoorEnvironments

How do we strengthen the science and practice of occupational and environmental health and safety? Since 2021, AIHA has been advancing a series of initiatives designed to elevate OEHS practice through continuous improvement. By connecting researchers and practitioners, promoting evidence-based decision-making, defining principles of good practice, and measuring gaps between current and best-in-class approaches, these efforts are helping move the profession beyond compliance and toward measurable excellence. Recent progress includes an updated national OEHS research agenda, expanded guidance on good practice, significant growth in the number of professionals using statistical tools for exposure decision-making, and the development of continuous improvement plans that set clear goals for the future. These initiatives are creating a stronger foundation for protecting workers, improving workplace conditions, and ensuring the OEHS profession continues to evolve alongside emerging challenges. Read more about the progress and opportunities to get involved. https://hubs.li/Q04t6J730 #OEHS #IndustrialHygiene #OccupationalHealth #WorkerSafety #EnvironmentalHealth #AIHA #ContinuousImprovement

More than 50 years in occupational and environmental health and safety gives you a unique perspective on how the profession has evolved. In this rebroadcast episode of the Healthier Workplaces Show Podcast, we sat down with industrial hygienist Donna Doganiero, CIH, to reflect on her remarkable career and the changes she has witnessed across the OEHS field. Donna spent more than three decades with the U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine, where she led multidisciplinary programs spanning industrial hygiene, ergonomics, radiation safety, vector-borne diseases, and medical safety assessments. She also served as the industrial hygiene consultant to the Army Office of the Surgeon General and received the Commander’s Award for Civil Service Excellence for her participation in the response to the 2001 Pentagon attack. Tune in for Donna’s perspective on where the profession has been, how it has changed, and what her experience can teach today’s OEHS professionals. https://hubs.ly/Q04s-8m70 #HealthierWorkplaces #OEHS #WorkerHealthandSafety

Last week, I completed the AI for Occupational Safety and Health Professionals course at the University of Illinois Chicago, and I want to thank Prof. Houshang Darabi and TAs Nikith Rachakonda and Faeze Khademi — because it reinforced what I already knew to be true about integrating AI into EHS workflows or any business process and I'm sharing them below: - DEFINE THE PROBLEM FIRST — Its the highest value step in my opinion, and it belongs to the EHS professional, not a data scientist. - GET THE RIGHT DATA , NOT THE MOST DATA — My initial course project proposal failed because the data I had couldn't reliably solve the problem I defined. My final project ( a JHA Quality Grader) ran on an approved rubric and small human scored data set that actually answered the framing of my problem. - DECIDE UPFRONT WHAT AI WILL NEVER DO — My system graded job hazard analyses and flags what needs work. But in terms of what the best action was -those decisions were off loaded to the qualified human. This was the intentional design of the system, not just a policy sitting somewhere collecting dust. That's what this project taught me, and it's the framework I'll be carrying into the responsible-AI guidance we're developing at the AIHA AI Committee. If you're an OSH professional wondering whether you need to learn to code to work with AI: you don't. You need to define problems well, know your data, and hold the line on human decision-making. This course teaches exactly that.

First responders face some of the most serious occupational exposures in our communities. Firefighters confront flames, cancer risks, chemical hazards, and the growing mental health challenges that come with protecting others. As these health threats persist, OEHS professionals play a vital role in serving the people who serve us. AIHA membership connects you with the science, education, resources, and professional community needed to help anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control hazards that impact workers and their communities. When you join AIHA, you join a network committed to protecting worker health, strengthening the profession, and advancing healthier workplaces for all. Become an AIHA member today. https://hubs.li/Q04sQccV0 #AIHA #Membership #WorkerHealthandSafety #OEHS

Fatigue is not just an individual wellness issue. It is an operational risk. Fatigue-related incidents, absenteeism, and reduced performance often reflect how work is scheduled, designed, and managed. Effective fatigue management considers circadian principles, task demands, workplace controls, and leadership accountability rather than placing responsibility solely on workers. AIHA’s Fatigue Management Learning Pathway gives technicians, practitioners, and professionals a flexible way to build a more systematic approach through expert sessions, authoritative readings, practitioner interviews, and curated tools. Earn 9.5 contact hours. Register for courses individually or bundle and save, with up to six months to complete the pathway. Strengthen your organization’s approach to fatigue management: https://hubs.li/Q04sGtNG0 #FatigueManagement #OEHS #WorkerSafety #RiskManagement #IndustrialHygiene

In June, AIHA announced that CEO Lawrence Sloan, MBA, CAE, FASAE, AAiP will step down at the end of 2026, concluding a decade of leadership that shaped the organization's growth and direction.   As part of a thoughtful succession process, executive search firm Vetted Solutions has published the full position profile and outlined next steps in the search. We're excited for this next chapter and look forward to welcoming a new leader who will build on AIHA's momentum. https://hubs.li/Q04srkk40 #AIHA #HealthierWorkplaces #PublicHealth

The Healthier Workplaces Show is taking a short break this week, but we’ll be back next week! In the meantime, catch up on recent episodes featuring emerging OEHS issues and expert insights into creating healthier workplaces. https://hubs.li/Q04sgRGZ0 #HealthierWorkplaces #OEHS #IndustrialHygiene

The insight you gained solving a workplace challenge could help thousands of OEHS professionals make better decisions. The AIHA Connect 2027 Call for Proposals is your opportunity to turn your experience, research, and ideas into practical knowledge that advances the profession and strengthens worker protection. By presenting, you can help colleagues approach emerging risks, persistent challenges, and evolving practices with greater confidence. You can also build credibility, increase the visibility of your work, and create new opportunities for professional dialogue and collaboration. Your expertise has value. Share it with the professionals who can put it into practice. Submit your proposal today: https://hubs.li/Q04s7Gmp0 #AIHAConnect #OEHS #WorkerHealthandSafety #CallforProposals