EXOS 4609 - Safety Hazard Recognition, Evaluation & Control
1027093
Language of Delivery
English
Delivery Options
Online - Asynchronous
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Course Description
This introductory course examines health and safety hazards and controls in a variety of workplace settings. The focus of the course will be on conducting hazard assessments and identifying potential controls. A variety of topics will be introduced, including include fall protection, confined spaces, excavations, mobile equipment, equipment guarding, control of hazardous energy, electrical safety and hoisting and conveying equipment. Methods to evaluate hazards and determine the risk presented by the hazards will be covered. Engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment control techniques to protect worker safety and health will be emphasized throughout the course. This course is well suited for individuals new to the field of safety and looking for a high level overview of general hazards.
Who Should Take This Course?
Aimed at entry-level and practicing health and safety coordinators, professionals, officers, technicians, supervisors, trainers, management, and administrators.
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to: Develop basic hazard identification and assessment tools. Identify basic hazards in a variety of occupational environments. Evaluate and determine risks presented by basic hazards. Develop controls to protect against risks for common hazards. Develop basic hazard identification and assessment tools. Identify basic hazards in a variety of occupational environments. Evaluate and determine risks presented by basic hazards. Develop controls to protect against risks for common hazards.
Notes
Offered fully online learning - asynchronous format. This course is offered several times throughout the year; each specific offering is called a “course section.” The online components of this course are facilitated through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. Required reading materials: Alberta OH&S Act, Regulation, and Code, Alberta King’s Printer (alberta.ca/alberta-kings-printer). Other resources will be provided in eClass.
Recommendations
Applicants intending to complete a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements.
Applies Towards the Following Programs
- Occupational Health And Safety Certificate : Core Courses
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