Special Interest Groups

BOHS runs a variety of Special Interest Groups (SIGs). These operate informally as information exchange forums for those who pursue a particular specialism or expertise, and as a reservoir of knowledge to be tapped by other members or the wider occupational health community. They also develop seminars and workshops, as well as sometimes producing publications on subjects of general or specific interest.

The SIGs are either topic-based or sector/industry-based. Any meetings are open to all, as are the discussion groups linked on this site to each SIG.

A copy of the terms of reference for the Special Interest Group Steering Team can be found be clicking here.

Topic-based Special Interest Groups

Hazardous Substances which contains the following sub-groups:
     Chemicals
     Fibres
     Biological Agents
     Product Stewardship
     Hygiene Intelligence


Physical Agents which contains the following sub-groups:
     Noise
     Vibration
     Thermal
     Radiation

Control of Risk which concentrates on the following areas:
     Control banding
     Dermal exposure control to chemicals
     Ergonomics
     Personal protective equipment
     Ventilation for controlling exposure to chemicals

Sector/Industry-based Special Interest Groups

Environment

Health Services

Offshore (Oil & Gas)