"IH is splintering into two roles — the generalist who will be a manager/executive overseeing multiple projects, sites and hazards, and the specialists who will know everything about one or two hazards, such as IAQ, asbestos, ergo," so says a veteran industrial hygienist working for the U.S. Navy.
Training for IH generalists is certainly gearing up. A three-day workshop on getting the Certified Safety Professional credential will be held during IH's big event, the annual American Industrial Hygiene Conference & Expo, May 21-26 in Anaheim.