OHSE2730 - Occupational Safety
Course Code | Course Name | Intake |
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OHSE2730 | Occupational Safety | Trimester 1 15 Jan 2021 |
Description
Considers the fundamental principles and practice of chemical, fire and explosion, electrical, machinery and construction safety, with reference to Singapore OHS legislation.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
- Identify the physical, chemical, biological, mechanical and electrical hazards in a wide range of working environments;
- Evaluate the potential consequences of identified hazards;
- Develop strategies to eliminate hazards or minimize risk;
- Prepare clear instructions and reports;
- Identify relevant sections of OHS legislation and assess if legal requirements are satisfied
Content
In each unit of study, students will review relevant physical and chemical principles,
- both qualitatively and quantitatively;
- apply them to a range of industrial situations that could result in physical injury and/or environmental damage;
- and make recommendations for safety management procedures, which conform to legislative requirements.
Study Units:
- Construction safety;
- Machinery and plant safety;
- Electrical safety;
- Chemical safety;
- Fire and explosion safety;
- Radiation safety
Requisite
Assessment Items
Two (2) Written Assignments: Report format
Final Examination: Written Formal Examination
Contact Hours
Lecture at PSB Academy
Face to Face on Campus 40 hour(s) per Term Full Term