Occupational Safety Science (OHSS2001)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2021
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Earth and Environment Sc Schl
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Flexible Delivery
Class hours
2 Lecture hours
2 Contact hours
Recommended prerequisite
OHSS1000, PHYS1171, PSYC1020
Assessment methods
Intrasemester and End of Semester assessment: including examination(s).
Course enquiries
Work Integrated Learning
Field Experience
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course extends and applies theoretical concepts gained from the physical and behavioural sciences into the applied area of occupational safety. The impact and influence of physical and mechanical exposures and influences within the workplace on the safety of workers will be discussed and assessed. The use of safety standards in providing a safe workplace will be reviewed. The concept of the hierarchy of control will be applied within the framework of legislative requirement.
