SAFE07039 2019 Safety Legislation 1
Full Title
Safety Legislation 1
Transcript Title
Safety Legislation 1
Code
SAFE07039
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_J07 201900 Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health
Description
This module examines specific health and safety legislation and legal concepts and principles of importance for the health and safety professional. Aspects of relevant employment law and data protection legislation will also be considered.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Summarise the key requirements of the Primary Act relating to Safety, Health and Welfare at work.
2.
Identify the key legal requirements of the General Application Regulations
3.
Demonstrate a knowledge of relevant case law and legislation.
4.
Interpret and apply legislative requirements to the workplace and litigation.
5.
Consider aspects of employment and data protection law relevant to workplace health and safety.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The students will be exposed to a blend of learning activities e.g. on-line lectures (via Adobe Connect), independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address various student learning needs. Moodle will be used to upload educational material (e.g. powerpoint presentations, recordings of on-line lectures and supplementary reading material) and a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals).The online delivery will be blended with workshops to bring the learners together to facilitate group learning.
Module Assessment Strategies
Final Theory 50%; Continuous Assessment 50%
Regular MCQs and assignments will be undertaken through Moodle and assignment uploads through Moodle. Workshop will assess group learning.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat assignments will be available on Moodle, subject to IT Sligo Procedure on late submissions, 'Applications for extension of continuous assessment deadlines'.
Indicative Syllabus
2005 Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act.
Major Statutory Instruments under the Primary Act, General Application Regulations 2007
General Application Regulations 2007-2016
Relevant Guidance Documents
EU Directives as applicable.
Organisation of Working Time Act.
Stress related litigation Hatton Principles
Relevant Case Law & Court Judgements.
Reasonably Practicable Doctrine
Statutory Claims Process
GDPR Data Protection Legislation
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moodle Quizes | Coursework Assessment | Multiple Choice/Short Answer Test | 10 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3 |
| 2 | Workshop | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 10 % | Week 7 | 4 |
| 3 | Assignment | Coursework Assessment | Assignment | 30 % | Week 11 | 1,2,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 50 % | Week 17 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Online Learning Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Lecture | Distance Learning Suite | Lecture | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
| Workshop / Seminar | Flat Classroom | Assignment | 2.5 | Once Per Semester | 0.17 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Study | 5 | Weekly | 5.00 |
Total Online Learning Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 1.17 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
2013-12-11 Safety and Health Acts: Annotated and Consolidated Round Hall Ltd
ISBN 0414032918 ISBN-13 9780414032910
2013-12-11 Safety and Health Acts: Annotated and Consolidated Round Hall Ltd
ISBN 0414032918 ISBN-13 9780414032910
Recommended Reading
2007-11-30 Health and Safety: Law and Practice Round Hall Ltd
ISBN 185800439X ISBN-13 9781858004396
2007-11-30 Health and Safety: Law and Practice Round Hall Ltd
ISBN 185800439X ISBN-13 9781858004396
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Relevant, Acts, Regulations and Directives will be linked to the Moodle Page for this Module.
Journal Resources
www.health and safety review
URL Resources
www.hsa.ie
www.bailii.org
www.itsligo.ie
www.irish statutes.ie
www.eur-lex.europa.eu/legal
Other Resources
PC Broadband