AIHA Connect 2024: Unveiling a New Chapter in Industrial Hygiene

AIHA Connect 2024: Unveiling a New Chapter in Industrial Hygiene

This year’s annual AIHA event brings its variety of educational sessions, networking events and expo floor exhibitors to Columbus, Ohio.

  • By David Kopf, Robert Yaniz Jr.
  • May 01, 2024

Previously known as the American Industrial Hygiene Conference and Exposition (AIHce EXP), the organization now brings its newly rechristened AIHA Connect to Columbus, Ohio, from May 22 to 24, 2024. This transformation not only signifies a fresh chapter in the history of the AIHA but also reinforces its commitment to advancing industrial hygiene and safety management. 

Located at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, AIHA Connect 2024 promises to offer an enriching slate of educational sessions, networking opportunities and a chance to explore the latest innovations from leading vendors. The event’s rebranding to AIHA Connect reflects a strategic move to enhance engagement and connectivity among safety professionals.


AIHA Connect not only offers a new geographical backdrop but also a renewed focus on fostering connections and advancing the profession. Here’s what attendees can expect. 

Conference & Expo

AIHA Connect 2024 combines a dynamic expo with an extensive conference program. The aim is an event that caters to a wide range of industrial hygiene interests and educational needs.

As such, the expo floor should provide a hub of innovation and networking opportunities with access to more than 150 exhibitor booths. Notably, the Exhibitor Pavilion, marked by teal carpets, will feature first-time exhibitors with groundbreaking products and services. 

The event’s Innovation Stations will offer presentations on the latest in equipment and technology, and the PPE fashion show promises to spotlight cutting-edge safety solutions tailored for workforce diversity and protection.

A new addition, the Nexus Lounge, will provide a dedicated space for students and early career professionals to connect and recharge. Alongside, attendees can utilize collaboration areas for networking or enjoying meals from the food and beverage areas, with a new Dine and Dash option available for pre-purchase to maximize time at the expo.

At the heart of AIHA Connect are the educational sessions: 170 sessions spanning 34 topics, delivered by 360 speakers, designed to broaden knowledge and skills in industrial hygiene and occupational and environmental health and safety. Topics range from core IH/OEHS issues to sessions aimed at enhancing human skills like leadership and communication.

With up to 17 certification maintenance hours available, attendees have ample opportunity to prepare for CIH recertification, ensuring they stay at the forefront of industry standards and practices. Attendees will also benefit from the AIHA Educational Transcript, which provides proof of participation and updates following the event to reflect contact hours for both in-person and virtual participants.


This article originally appeared in the April/May 2024 issue of Occupational Health & Safety.

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