LAW06084 2022 Health and Safety Law for Events
Full Title
Health and Safety Law for Events
Transcript Title
Health and Safety Law
Code
LAW06084
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
LAW - Law
Department
MKTS - Marketing, Tourism & Sport
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Tomas O Flaherty, Kerry Dolan, Aileen Brennan, Ruth Walsh
Programme Membership
SG_BINTE_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTEVM_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOTR_B07 202200 Bachelor of Business in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOTR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BINTM_B07 202300 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management
SG_BINTM_B07 202400 Bachelor of Business in International Tourism with Event Management
Description
This module will build on the knowledge acquired in Business Law 1.
The student will be introduced to some of the core principles and concepts of health and safety legislation which are essential in the commercial environment. During the module these principles will be applied in a theoretical and practical way to both the workplace and tourism related events. It is intended that this module will create an awareness of where expertise may need to be sought.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Explain the key legislation in relation to Health and Safety in Ireland;
2.
Describe the obligations on employers, employees and event organisers in relation to Risk Assessments and Safety Statements;
3.
Recognise the role played by the Health and Safety Authority;
4.
Apply the fundamental principles of Health and Safety legislation to a tourism or leisure related event;
5.
Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work effectively with peers.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The teaching and learning strategy is one which is founded on student-centered active learning. This module will be delivered by a mixture of face to face, online delivery and tutorial support as appropriate. A range of Computer-Aided Learning (CALL) packages are available to support this module (e.g. Moodle, Teams, Panopto).
Discussion, communication and team working skills will be nurtured throughout the module, where students will have space and the support to articulate and present on their ideas within the learning environment.
Module Assessment Strategies
This module will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (30%) which may vary from a case study, presentation, Moodle quiz, other - which will take place between weeks 5 and 11 of the semester. There will also be an end of semester exam (70%).
Students will also have the opportunity to reflect on their learning progress throughout the semester through formative assessments such as in-class discussions, polls and quizzes.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam.
Indicative Syllabus
1. Health and Safety Legislation (LO 1)
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005;
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations, 2007;
- Codes of Practice and statutory regulations.
2. Risk Assessments and Safety Statements (LO 2 & 5)
- Hazard identification;
- Risk Assessments;
- Preparation of Safety Statements.
3. Health and Safety Authority (LO 3)
- Role and functions of the Health and Safety Authority;
- Prosecutions/Case-law in relation to breaches of health and safety legislation.
4. Health and Safety for Events (LO 4 & 5)
- Event planning - Health and Safety considerations;
- Preparation of Event Management Plan;
- Codes of Practice/Regulations - Indoor Events and Outdoor Events;
- Adventure Activities Centres.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
30 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
70 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moodle Quiz | Coursework Assessment | Closed Book Exam | 15 % | Week 5 | 1,2,3 |
| 2 | Multiple choice, case-study, preparation of Risk Assessments, other | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 15 % | Week 8 | 1,2,5 |
| 3 | Weekly activities in class such as question and answer sessions, class discussion, quiz, case studies etc. | Formative | Performance Evaluation | 0 % | OnGoing |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 70 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
2012 Health, Safety, and Welfare Law in Ireland Gill Education
ISBN 0717152634 ISBN-13 9780717152636
2012 Health, Safety, and Welfare Law in Ireland Gill Education
ISBN 0717152634 ISBN-13 9780717152636
Introduction to health, safety and welfare law in Ireland. Including guidelines on all recent legislation and safety documents.
Recommended Reading
1995 A Guide to Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations
ISBN 1873157002 ISBN-13 9781873157008
1995 A Guide to Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations
ISBN 1873157002 ISBN-13 9781873157008
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Updated Literary Resources
Journal Resources
URL Resources
URL Resources
Various legal, government and European websites such as:
Various legal, government and European websites such as:
www.irishstatuebook.ie
www.hsa.ie
www.oireachtas.ie
www.courts.ie
www.dppireland.ie
www.europa.eu
www.injuriesboard.ie
www.bailii.org
www.irlii.org
www.wrc.ie
www.decisis.ie
www.hse.gov.uk
Other Resources
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005;
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Regulations), 2007;
Additional Information