OHS 5050 - Health and Safety Program Basics (Formerly COHS 3110)

Delivery Options Online: Self-Paced

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to health and safety program development. It includes a presentation and overview of the main elements required and the factors influencing the success of health and safety.

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Course Outline

This course includes 10 modules and requires approximately 46 hours of student engagement. For module details, access the course syllabus.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Define the purpose and outline the jurisdictional coverage of occupational health and safety (OHS) in Canada.
Compare early vs. modern beliefs about incident causation and detail the purpose of OHS law.
Differentiate between hazards and risks, and identify common workplace hazards.
Explain and apply risk control methods, assessing their effectiveness in hazard management.
Describe the processes and tools for reporting, investigating, and measuring incidents, including the differences between audits and inspections.
Discuss communication strategies and outline programs for health, disability, and environmental management in OHS.

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Notes

The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has joined forces with over 40 global organizations to sign the Singapore Accord, led by the International Network of Safety and Health Practitioner Organizations (INSHPO). This agreement introduces a comprehensive framework for occupational health and safety (OHS) professionals, designed to enhance their effectiveness across various industries.