This course introduces the student to the study of workplace occupational health and safety. The student will learn safe work practices in offices, industry and construction as well as how to identify and prevent or correct problems associated with occupational safety and health in these locations as well as in the home. The course is designed to assist the student with the implementation of safe healthy practices at work and at home.

Topics to include: Introduction to occupational health and safety; occupational hygiene and toxicology; noise, ventilation and ergonomics; fire safety, personal protective equipment and accident prevention; occupational stress and occupational health and safety legislation.

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