5 Day Surveillance Audiometry and Hearing Conservation & Spirometry

Description

Below are the course with the associated point value

Welcome to our internationally renowned BSA Approved Surveillance Audiometry and Hearing Conservation Course & Spirometry Training. All these course come with CPD Accreditation.

• Surveillance Audiometry and Hearing Conservation & Spirometry together - our most popular course!(5 Day - 35 Points)

Below you will find a detailed description of course information. Following that you will find course dates and locations.

What you will learn

Surveillance Audiometry and Hearing Conservation - (3 Day - 21 Points)

Aim of the Audiometry Training course:

• To provide delegates with the knowledge to carry out screening audiometry, evaluate and categorise results.
• To introduce delegates to the principles of hearing conservation in the workplace.
• To provide an overview of the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005.

Learning Outcomes:

• Be proficient in carrying out audiometric screening tests.
• Appreciate the effects of noise on the hearing mechanism.
• Categorise and interpret results.
• Know when to refer to a Doctor.
• Have basic knowledge of a noise management programme.
• Understand the principles of a good record keeping system.

Venue and Mode of Delivery:

• BSA Approved Industrial Audiometry Training Courses are held in Bathgate, Bolton (near Manchester) and Belfast.
• The duration of the course is 3 full days.
• A practical and written assessment will take place on day three and successful delegates will receive a Certificate of Competence.

Spirometry at Work (2 Day - 14 Points)

This course provides Spirometry training and assessment for Occupational Health Professionals seeking knowledge that will allow them to carry out Spirometry screening in a competent and effective manner. It is designed to meet the requirements as laid down in the H.S.E. document MS25.

Aims of the Spirometry at Work Course

• To provide the delegate with the knowledge to carry out lung function screening and evaluate the results.
• To introduce the delegate to the principles of prevention/early detection of Occupational Lung Disease.

Learning Outcomes

• On completion of the Spirometry course the delegate will:
• Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system.
• Be knowledgeable about the effects of irritants and sensitisers on the human body and the respiratory system in particular.
• Be proficient in carrying out lung function screening tests.
• Demonstrate proficiency in interpretation of results.
• Know when to refer to a Doctor.
• Describe the measures required to implement the COSHH Regulations in relation to Occupational Lung Disease.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the actions required to reduce the risk of Occupational Lung Disease to the lowest level reasonably practicable.
• Understand the principles of good record keeping.

Venue and mode of Delivery

• Spirometry Training courses are held in Bathgate, Manchester (dates to be arranged) and Belfast.
• Duration is 2 full days.
• A practical and written assessment will take place on day 2 and delegates will receive a certificate of competence on successful completion of assessment.