HLTH 324
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Occupational Health and Safety
Public Health
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
In-depth focus on workplace health and safety through a multidisciplinary approach to the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and prevention and control of workplace-related illnesses and injuries.
When Taught
Fall
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
Chem 105 and Math 110 or equivalent
Title
OSHA
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to describe the purpose and scope of the Occupational Health and Safety Act as well as other relevant safety and health legislation and consensus standards.
Title
Violations
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to demonstrate competency in using the OSHA standards by identifying specific violations of current standards.
Title
Management
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to explain how the functions of management are utilized to assure safe conditions and practices through the development of specific programs as well as an overall safety and health program.
Title
Equipment Hazards
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to identify, evaluate, and develop loss control strategies to address the hazards associated with operating common manufacturing and construction equipment and process.
Title
Accident Investigation
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss and demonstrate the elements involved in completing an accident investigation.
