• TFHS4002
• Occupational Health & Safety

Health and Safety Systems Management with emphasis on problem solving approaches.eg educational/healthcare facility. This module will give the student an opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of safety management systems and their application within the workplace setting. To establish health and safety systems and address integrated synthesis on selected issues to reduce economic costs in a changing Ireland. This module amalgamates previous learning in occupational safety and health from levels 2 and 3 and furthers the knowledge base of safety management systems along with their application and maintenance. To devise control strategies to prevent and mitigate large scale incidents. Introduce students to the role of Environmental Health Professionals and Officers in Emergency Planning and Disaster Management at a local and national level. Familiarise students with the National Government Emergency Plan - input by EH professionals. Outline various methodologies and techniques used in Emergency Planning and Disaster Management.

Safety management systems and their application / integration witin the workplace.
Occupational Safety Management Systems and Measuring Safety and Health Performance.
Organisational Factors involved in risk assessment.
Human Factors involved in risk assessment.
Workshop Session - case Study. Group Project Work.
Workshop Session - case Study. Group Project Work.
Workshop Session - case Study. Group Project Work.
Workshop Session - case Study. Group Project Work.
Introduction to Emergency Planning / Disaster Management.