MPH2026

Industry and the environment

(MED)

Dr B Hocking

6 points + OCDL (with 20 contact hours over 4 days) + First semester + Caulfield General Medical Centre

Synopsis: Introduces the ways industry may affect health in the community & the means to recognise & control such effects. Referring to common industrial pollutants of air, soil & water & their health affects. Covering the control of wastes, dangerous goods & contaminated sites, the role of regulators & risk communication implications.

Assessment: Web-based tasks + Assignments + Examination