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UQU Programs
Occupational Health and Safety

Workplace Hazards and Control 1

OHS2301
3 hours English

Workplace Hazards and Control 1

4 Work Hazhards & Control 1
OHS2103 Introductory Occupational Health and Safety
3 hours One requisite
1 Noise and vibration
2 Ionizing and non-ionizing radiations
3 Illumination
4 Thermal stress
5 Chemical hazards
6 Ergonomic harzards
7 Psychosocial hazards
8 Local exhaust ventilation system
9 Respiratory protection
10 Direct reading instruments for gases, vapors and particulates
1.1 Mapped to: K1, K2

Define basic concepts relevant to noise and vibration.

Teaching Strategy Class lectures
Assessment Methods Examination assignments, presentations
1.2 Mapped to: K1, K2

Describe different types of ionizing and non-ionizing radiations.

Teaching Strategy Class lectures
Assessment Methods Examination assignments, presentations
1.3 Mapped to: K1, K2

Review the need for, and factors involved in the provision and maintenance of thermal comfort in the work environment.

Teaching Strategy Class lectures
Assessment Methods Examination assignments, presentations
2.1 Mapped to: S1, S4

Evaluate chemical hazards at workplaces and their control measures.

Teaching Strategy Class lectures practicals
Assessment Methods Examination assignments, presentations
2.2 Mapped to: S2, S3

Appraise classical method of control (local exhaust ventilation system of industrial occupancies).

Teaching Strategy Class lectures practicals
Assessment Methods Examination assignments, presentations
2.3 Mapped to: S2, S4

Evaluate physical hazards at workplaces and their control measures.

Teaching Strategy Class lectures practicals
Assessment Methods Examination assignments, presentations
3.1 Mapped to: V2

Assess workplace hazard and control objectively and ethically.

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing, Group interaction, Problem solving, Group assignments, Group projects
Assessment Methods assignments, presentations
3.2 Mapped to: V1

Collaborate with others in managing different workplace hazards.

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing, Group interaction, Problem solving, Group assignments, Group projects
Assessment Methods assignments, presentations
Assessment
Weight
Quiz
5%
Mid term Exam
20%
Assignments
10%
Presentations
5%
Practical Exam
20%
Final Exam
40%
Total
100%