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MOS 5101: Safety and Accident Prevention

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MOS 5101: Safety and Accident Prevention
psy 3019 history and systems of psychology

Description

An analysis of the theories and principles of occupational safety and health (OSH) and their practical applications in the workplace. Focus is placed on the evaluation and control of workplace safety hazards.

Outcomes

  1. Explain the development of occupational safety and health in America.
  2. Apply occupational safety and health theory, technologies, and best practices.
  3. Evaluate laws, standards, and best practices related to occupational safety and health.
  4. Assess leadership and management principles related to occupational safety and health.
  5. Evaluate common workplace hazards.
  6. Formulate hazard abatement strategies for common workplace hazards.
  7. Formulate effective safety and health management initiatives and strategies that mitigate occupational injuries and illnesses.
  8. Examine effective means of communicating safety and health issues in the workplace.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

Occupational safety and health for technologists, engineers, and managers (Rev: 8th ed.)

Publisher: Pearson (2015)
Author: Goetsch, D. L.
ISBN: 978-0-13-348417-5
* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]