SAFE07029 2019 Safety and Health Legislation 2
Full Title
Safety and Health Legislation 2
Transcript Title
Safety and Health Legislation
Code
SAFE07029
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
SAFE - Safety Studies
Department
ESCI - Environmental Science
Level
07 - Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Blaithin McGrath
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 Occupational Safety and Health
SG_SOCCU_J07 201900 Level 7 Add-on Award in Science in Occupational Safety and Health
SG_SOCCU_B07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
Description
The module examines a wide range of health and safety legislation in the workplace and considers aspects of employment law and data protection legislation relevant to health and safety professionals.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Identify key legal requirements of the major statutory instruments relating to safety, health and welfare at work.
2.
Explain the statutory claims process in Ireland.
3.
Demonstrate a knowledge of relevant employment law and data protection legislation.
4.
Apply a knowledge of the law to relevant work place issues.
5.
Demonstrate an ability to source and keep abreast of relevant legislation and its impact on the work environment.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module will be delivered full-time. This will include lectures, augmented by independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address student learning needs. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, unloading assignments and journals)
Module Assessment Strategies
This module is 30% Continuous Assessment and 70% Final Exam. 2 assessments worth 15% each will be given during the term. Self-assessment tests and other forms of formative assessment are provided to students to check their own progress towards achieving the learning outcomes of the module and to motivate learning.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam
Indicative Syllabus
Significance of the Reasonably Practicable Doctrine in Health and Safety Legislation
Overview of the General Application Regulations 2007-2016 and associated amendments
Organisation of Working Time Act 1997
General Data Protection Legislation
Sensitive risk groups
Stress related litigation
Charter for Dignity in the Workplace. Code of Practice for Bullying in the Workplace.
EU Directives as applicable.
Overview of chemical legislation, Chemicals, carcinogens, REACH, ATEX
Relevant Case Law & Court Judgement
Construction Regulations 2013.
Radiological Protection Act 1991.
Mines & Quarries Act and relevant legislation.
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 | Assessment | 15 % | Week 6 | 1,2 |
| 2 | Assessment | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 15 % | Week 11 | 1,3,5 |
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 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self Study | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 2.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
20/08/2019 Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Law in Ireland NIFAST
20/08/2019 Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Law in Ireland NIFAST
Required Reading
2007 Health and Safety Law and Practice
ISBN 185800439X ISBN-13 9781858004396
2007 Health and Safety Law and Practice
ISBN 185800439X ISBN-13 9781858004396
The focus of Health and Safety: Law and Practice - 2nd edition is on the legislative and common law positions relating to health and safety and the consequent implications for employers and employees.It is comprehensive and fully up-to-date, incorporating the most recent legislation - Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 - which repeals and replaces the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 1989. It also includes a brand new chapter on bullying, harassment and stress as a health and safety issue in the work place.It is therefore an indispensable source of reference to the many detailed regulations implemented under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the authoritative guidelines issued by the Health and Safety Authority.
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Handouts and lecture reading materials provided in class.
Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 (S.I. No. 10 of 2005)
Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 HSA Guidance
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations, 2007
(S.I No. 299 of 2007)
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations, 2007 HSA Guidance
Kinsella, J., 2012, Health, Safety & Welfare Law in Ireland, 2nd Edition, 2012, Gill & Macmillan
Byrne, R., 2008, Safety Health and Welfare at Work Law in Ireland: 2nd Edition, NIFAST
Shannon, G., 2007, Health & safety Law & Practice: 2nd Edition, Round Hall Ltd.
Byrne, R., Safety Health and Welfare at Work Law in Ireland: Supplement, 2003, NIFAST
Byrne & McCutcheon, 2003, The Irish Legal System, 4th ed., Butterworths , Dublin
Raymond Byrne (2008) 2nd Edition Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Law in Ireland: A Guide NIFAST,
Irish Health and Safety Authority publications, inlcuding ACoPs and Guidelines
Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment Acts and Regulations relevant to Occupational Safety Health and Welfare Government Publications
Journal Resources
Health and Safety Review Journal IRN Publishing
URL Resources
www,bailli.ie
www.hsa.ie
Other Resources
Computer access for moodle assessment
Additional Information
None