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Featured Blog Post

How the Updated Chemical Protective Clothing Helps You Protect Workers

By: Abby Roberts

Years ago, Robert N. Phalen worked in automotive repair. Because his employer did not provide him with protective gloves, he had to buy his own. Lack of protective clothing is also an issue he has observed throughout his industrial hygiene career.

Featured Education & Resources in Emerging Issues

As new technologies emerge, OEHS professionals are challenged with new health hazards being introduced into the workplace.

Keep current on the latest in nanotechnology, 3D printers, biological engineering, and more to identify the appropriate control strategies that will serve our changing workforce.

Opportunities to Present at AIHA Connect 2026!

Call for Papers – 2026 Respirable Crystalline Silica and Other Minerals and Metals Symposium

The 2026 Respirable Crystalline Silica and Other Minerals and Metals Symposium will be held May 30–31, in conjunction with AIHA Connect in New Orleans.
We cordially invite you to submit an oral or poster abstract for presentation at this important event. Join us as we bring together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners to advance knowledge and solutions in the field of occupational and environmental health.

DEADLINE: January 14, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET

AIHA is still accepting proposals for AIHA Connect 2026!

AIHA CONNECT is the perfect setting for students and OEHS professionals of all career levels to share ideas and expand their expertise.
Proposals are still being accepted for the following presentation types:

  • Education Pop-Ups offer an interactive and casual way to share your knowledge with your peers. The deadline to submit is January 14, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET.
  • Student Posters and presentations enable students to deepen their knowledge and expand their professional network as they prepare to enter the workforce. The deadline to submit is March 11, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET.

Check out the helpful tips for submitting your proposal, as well as the topics being sought based on feedback from past conference attendees.

    Featured eLearning

    AIHA Connect OnDemand: 2025 Recordings Released!

    Session recordings from AIHA Connect 2025 are now available in OnDemand!
    The AIHA Connect 2025 Full OnDemand Package expires for purchase at the end of year, and we don't want you to miss out on this incredible value. With this package, you’ll gain one year of access to 107 sessions and save 50% compared to purchasing each session individually.

    What makes OnDemand so great?

    • Content is peer-reviewed by OEHS professionals
    • All sessions are eligible for contact hours
    • Access recordings online when it’s convenient for you
    • Choose from cost-effective solutions for every budget
    • Individual sessions at a low cost!
    • Bundles are 15% less than the cost of purchasing each recording individually
    • 1 full year of access (365 days from purchase) to all content

      Certificate Program: Fundamentals of Occupational Exposure Assessment

      Prove your competency in assessing workplace exposures and hazards. AIHA’s Certificate Program: Fundamentals of Occupational Exposure Assessment is for OEHS Technicians, early career professionals, or experienced professionals looking for a refresher on best practices during an occupational exposure assessment.


      SDS & Label Authoring Course

      Gain proficiency in Safety Data Sheet (SDS) & Label Authoring with AIHA University’s updated self-study course. So much new content has been added, you can now earn 16 contact hours and test your knowledge with interactive quizzes!


      Expand your knowledge with Welding: A Case Study in Occupational Hygiene

      This self-study course has been updated with fresh content, self-study materials, and knowledge checks for a comprehensive experience. Gain proficiency and earn 9 contact hours when you sign up today!

      Use of Direct Reading Instruments Certificate Program
      Earn 4 Contact Hours
      Member Price: $300 | Non-Member Price: $350

      This introductory-level certificate program is perfect for anyone who uses DRIs to monitor work environments for worker health and safety.

      Publications

      Browse AIHA’s Stock

      Did you know that AIHA University has 90+ books available on the Marketplace? Browse the AIHA University Catalog for details on some of our most popular products, certification courses, and training opportunities. You can also search the AIHA Marketplace for our full suite of educational offerings.

      New Releases

      AIHA University released two publications in May!

      1. Chemical Protective Clothing, 3rd edition

      This updated book provides a comprehensive overview of the considerations necessary for the implementation of a successful protective clothing and equipment program. The content is organized into three areas: Background, Fundamentals, and Theory; Manufacture, Design, and Testing; and Considerations for Proper Selection and Comprehensive Program Development. In addition, a new chapter on Flame-Retardant Chemical Protective Clothing has been added to highlight the emerging issues and advancements in this crucial field of protective clothing. Throughout the book, the discussion focuses primarily on the prevention or reduction of chemical exposures, but often, the information can be applied more broadly to reduce exposures to biological and physical hazards.

      2. AIHA® Technical Guide for Wildfire Impact Assessments for the OEHS Professional, 2nd edition

      This publication presents the current understanding of wildfire combustion processes and the chemical transformations that generate particulates, organic compounds, and metal residues. The scope of this updated Technical Guide is on homes, buildings, and structures that were outside of the burn zone, survived a wildfire or a wildland-urban interface (WUI) fire, and can be restored and reoccupied. The primary purpose of the Technical Guide is to help occupational and environmental health and safety (OEHS) professionals and other investigators design and conduct wildfire impact assessments for exposure evaluations, forensic origin and cause investigations, or both.

      Upcoming AIHA University Webinars - Save the Dates!

      • OEHS Ethics: Doing the Right Things Today (Thursday, October 30, from 1:00-3:00 pm ET)
      • Demystifying AI: Practical Use Cases for IH Professionals to Enhance Safety and Efficiency (Wednesday, February 11, 12:00-1:00 pm ET)
      • Hazard Recognition and Control for the Emerging North American Cannabis Industry (Wednesday, March 11, 1:00-2:30 pm ET)
      • Psychosocial Hazards 101: What Every OEHS Professional Should Know (Wednesday, March 25, 1:00-3:00 pm ET)

        Featured Frameworks

        Strategic Framework: Enterprise Risk Management—An Overview

        Member FREE | Non-Member $19.95

        This newly updated Strategic Technical Framework provides OEHS professionals with a comprehensive overview of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) concepts and processes. Developed collaboratively by AIHA® and selected members, this framework assists professionals in understanding how ERM relates to organizational objectives, including risk acceptance and opportunities. The 2023 update, led by Georgi Popov, Bruce Lyon, and Tsvetan Popov, reflects the latest advancements in ERM practices, enhancing clarity and relevance for OEHS professionals. This essential resource articulates core definitions, concepts, methodologies, and communication strategies crucial for effectively integrating ERM principles into professional practice.

        AIHA Volunteer Groups' Bodies of Work

        Aerosolized Transmissible Diseases

        This comprehensive document provides evidence-based strategies to mitigate the spread of airborne infectious diseases like COVID-19, influenza, and more. Learn about the hierarchy of controls, ventilation improvements, PPE effectiveness, and layered approaches to safeguard workers and public health. Stay ahead of future pandemics with actionable insights from industry experts.


        Recommended Skills and Capabilities for Silica Competent Persons

        This white paper outlines the essential skills and capabilities needed for competent persons to effectively manage silica exposure risks in construction. Learn about OSHA compliance, hazard identification, engineering controls, respiratory protection, and best practices to protect workers from silica-related health hazards.

        Ideal for employers, safety professionals, and training providers, this document serves as a roadmap for developing effective silica safety programs.



        Sign up to Receive Future Resources!

        AIHA volunteer project teams are continuously working on new content to enlighten OEHS professionals. Please see the list of new and updated works coming soon and sign up to receive notification, or free PDFs if applicable, once they are completed.

        Register Early and SAVE on 2026 AIHA University Road Course Training (In-person)!

        Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene Course

        March 16-19, 2026 | In-Person in Westerville, OH
        June 22-26, 2026 | Virtual
        September 14-17, 2026 | In-Person in Westerville, OH
        32 Contact Hours

        Immerse your staff in IH principles and practices with Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene, a four-day training course offering sampling and workshop sessions, hands-on lab experiences, demo sessions, and problem-solving exercises.

        Join us to gain hands-on experience from industry experts. Hurry, space is filling up fast!

        To be added to the waitlist, please email Diana Kane, Manager, Education.

          Exposure and Chemical Monitoring - Beyond IH Fundamentals (24 Contact Hours)

          October 20-22 | In-person, Westerville, OH
          October 19-21, 2026 | In-person, Westerville, OH

          Are you looking for interactive IH training to meet your professional development goals? Gain hands-on experience in conducting qualitative exposure assessments and learn effective communication techniques for explaining results to employees and management.

          Join us to gain hands-on experience from industry experts.

            AIHA University Virtual PDCs


            Live Virtual PDCs are interactive online small-group sessions with a live instructor, hosted in a Zoom meeting. Live online PDCs take place in the AIHA Online Classroom.