Module Title:Introduction to Health and Safety Management Systems
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: This module will be taught by Lectures, in class discussions, case studies, readings, and self-directed learning. Online delivery will be supported by blackboard collaborate.
Module Aim: The aim of the module is to provide the student with an understanding of the operation of Health and Safety in the workplace and an understanding on the role of a safety management system.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Explain the key requirements of the legislation relating to Health and Safety.
LO2 Discuss the various staff roles in the management of a Health and Safety structure.
LO3 Analyse the need to have health and safety procedures in place to comply with best practice
LO4 Understand the contents of a Safety Management System and how it differentiates from a standard safety management structure
LO5 Understand the role of a Safety Management System in the decision making process and be able to develop a system description
LO6 Understand the planning and implementation process of an SMS
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Health and Safety Legislation - Introduction
• Legislation • Role of Health and Safety Authorities • Accident reporting procedures
Health & Safety Management
• Definitions of key safety terminology • Hazard identification and risk assessment • Duties of all staff • Safety statements • Inspections and accident and incident investigation
Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Definition and requirement • Key components of SMS • Differentiation with standard safety management structures
Planning & Implementing SMS
• Role of SMS in decision making process • Gap analysis • Developing an implementation plan • Documentation management
Evaluating SMS Effectiveness
• Managing SMS • Auditing SMS • Safety investigation
Key definitions
Hazard • Risk Assessment • Safety assurance • Safety Management System (SMS) • Safety Policy • Safety promotion • Safety Risk Management (SRM) • Severity • Gap Analysis • Safety Risk
H&S Communication
Methods of Communication; Requirements for effectively communicating H&S; One way/Two way communication;
Duties of Staff
The 4 Ps: Managing and conducting work activities safely and without risk to health… - People - Place - Plant/Equipment - Procedures Consultation • Safety Representative. • Union Representative. • Management/Directors. • Employees. • Safety Committee. • Specialists.
Limiting Organizational E xposure to Risk
Methods of risk identification and classification ( SMBWA, GC etc ). • Different strategies for managing risk. • Principles of prevention and hierarchy of controls. • Practical examples.
Risk Management Strategies
Avoid .. Where an alternative strategy is adopted, so the risk is removed • Reduce .. Where actions are taken to reduce the effects that the risk could pose • Transfer .. Where the risk is moved to another party • Accept .. Where the possible consequences are wholly or partly accepted
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment60.00%
End of Module Formal Examination40.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Written Report Learners will be required to demonstrate the achievement of the learning outcomes through continuous assessment work. This work may take the form of an essay, exam, project, MCQ test, but is not limited to these formats. In writing the assignment learners should rely on material presented during the lectures, material from the module reading lists, and other relevant research should outline any positions taken on key issues. 1,2,3 60.00 Sem 1 End
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Learning Outcomes Assessed, All 1,2,3,4,5,6 40.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Per Semester 1.28
Independent Learning Per Semester 8.72
Total Hours 250.00
 

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