Thomas Robins
Stuart Batterman
NIOSH and US EPA
The Hazardous Substances Academic Training (HSAT) program was established in 1993 to provide specialized training in the management of hazardous substances for professionals in environmental health (EH) and industrial hygiene (IH) areas. The program provides training in this multidisciplinary field, drawing on specialized coursework and experience in public health, environmental science, and engineering. The HSAT program responds to the well-recognized need for professionals who are competent in dealing with hazardous substances in the environment and workplace. Program graduates are capable of addressing such topics as hazardous waste site remediation, environmental management of toxic substances, soil and groundwater remediation, pollution control and pollution prevention, worker protection and worker training, community concerns and risk communication, and exposure and risk assessment.
This brownfield along the Detroit River requires remediation and trained professionals are needed to minimize risks to workers and the nearby communities.