Industrial hygiene programs and processes have remained essentially the same over the past few decades. While many environmental and safety programs have grown their staff, budgets, and influence, IH programs have often seen a reduction in their resources. To fill the void, companies are using consultants and non-IH professionals to perform air monitoring and other IH activities.

Utilizing consultants and non-IH professionals can be effective if done correctly. However, well-defined procedures and training are critical to reduce the risk of inadequate reporting and documentation. These can create unintended consequences and future liabilities.

We will explore some of the reasons for the shift in resources and recommend simple yet effective steps you can take today to increase your influence through industrial hygiene programs and the value you bring to key stakeholders.
 

This session will help IH professionals assess their current IH program and steps to improve the influence and value they can bring by helping them learn:

• A simple methodology to perform a self-assessment of their current IH program
• Commonly overlooked value propositions an IH program can offer
• How to get out of the IH black box and have more effective communications with key stakeholders
• The benefits and risks of using non-IH professionals
• Current and future technologies and how they will affect our profession
• How to justify your IH program budget and ask for more resources