SAFE06050 2019 Hazard and risk control
Full Title
Hazard and risk control
Transcript Title
Hazard and risk control
Code
SAFE06050
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
SAFE - Safety Studies
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
06 - NFQ Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Edel Costello, Rachel Nugent
Programme Membership
SG_SOCCU_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Science in Occupational Safety and Health
SG_SOCCU_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Science in Occupational Safety and Health
SG_SOCCU_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
Description
This module addresses theoretical and practical aspects of controlling occupational loss in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Appraise workplace injury, illness & fatality statistics to extrapolate the cost of occupational loss.
2.
Define and differentiate between key terminology applicable to the subject area.
3.
Explain the nature of risk and the concept of risk assessment.
4.
Identify and assess workplace hazards.
5.
Discuss and apply concepts and principles relevant to controlling occupational loss.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module will be delivered full-time and will include lectures augmented by independent learning and directed learning. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes and uploading assignments).
Module Assessment Strategies
This module is 30% Continuous Assessment and 70% Final Exam.
Ongoing assessment of understanding and acquisition of knowledge will take place during each lecture using discussion and questions and answers - formative feedback occurs at this time.
Short & multiple choice questions will be used to enable learners to demonstrate knowledge & understanding - summative feedback will be given.
Students demonstrate their knowledge of the practical application of hazard identification techniques & risk assessment methodologies by completing a work based assignment - summative and formative feedback will be given.
The final exam allows students to demonstrate their knowledge of the theoretical and practical aspects of controlling occupational loss in the workplace.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Incompatibles
None
Indicative Syllabus
1. Appraise workplace injury, illness & fatality statistics to extrapolate the cost of occupational loss.
- Accident/injury/fatality statistics.
- Costing and comparison, direct, indirect, societal, and personal costs.
- Insurance iceberg and research.
2. Define and differentiate between key terminologies applicable to the subject area.
- Accident, incident and near miss.
- The safety professional's role, reactive and proactive approach.
- Traditional and Best Practice approach.
- Incident ratio studies research and causation models.
3. Explain the nature of occupational risk and the concept of risk assessment.
- Types and categories of occupational risk.
- Determining levels of risk.
- Risk assessment process.
4. Identify and assess workplace hazards.
- Definition & categories of hazards.
- Hazard identification techniques.
- Risk assessment methodologies.
5. Discuss and apply concepts and principles relevant to controlling occupational loss.
- Hierarchy of controls.
- Principles of preventing occupational loss.
- Risk management control options.
- Principles of Prevention
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 | In class discussion, questions and answers | Formative | Oral Exam/Presentation | - % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| 2 | Short Answer Questions | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 10 % | Any | 1,2,3 |
| 3 | Work related hazard identification & risk asessment assignment | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 20 % | Any | 4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 70 % | End of Term | 2,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self Study | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Health and Safety Authority Annual Reports
Health and Safety Authority, Summary of Workplace Injury Illness and Fatality Statistics
Nolan, D. P., 2010, Loss Prevention & Safety Control: Terms & Definitions, CRC Press
Bateman, M., 2006, Tolley's Practical Risk Assessment Handbook, 5th ed., Butterworth-Heinemann
Taylor, M., 2007, Tolleys Workplace Accident Handbook, 2nd ed., Butter-Heinemann
Ridley, J.R., 2003, Safety at Work, Butterworth Heinemann
Stranks, J., 2006, A Managers Guide to Health and Safety at Work, Kogan Page
Hughes, P., Ferret, E., 2006, Introduction to Health and Safety at Work, Butterworth-Heinemann
Journal Resources
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URL Resources
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Other Resources
None
Additional Information
None