Safety Hazard Recognition, Evaluation & Control
EXOS 4609 is offered this winter and spring:
This introductory course examines health and safety hazards and controls in a variety of workplace settings. The focus of the course will be on conducting hazard assessments and identifying potential controls. A variety of topics will be introduced, including include fall protection, confined spaces, excavations, mobile equipment, equipment guarding, control of hazardous energy, electrical safety and hoisting and conveying equipment. Methods to evaluate hazards and determine the risk presented by the hazards will be covered. Engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment control techniques to protect worker safety and health will be emphasized throughout the course. This course is well suited for individuals new to the field of safety and looking for a high level overview of general hazards.
Course at a glance
- Offered fully online learning - asynchronous or synchronous format.
- Aimed at entry-level and practicing health and safety coordinators, professionals, officers, technicians, supervisors, trainers, management, and administrators.
What you will learn
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Develop basic hazard identification and assessment tools.
- Identify basic hazards in a variety of occupational environments.
- Evaluate and determine risks presented by basic hazards.
- Develop controls to protect against risks for common hazards.
Offered:
Take note:
- This course is offered several times throughout the year; each specific offering is called a “course section.”
- When selecting the dates and the section you want to enrol in, look for the note that indicates the delivery format of that specific section—and make sure you have chosen a section that’s offered in your desired format (asynchronous or synchronous).
- For the synchronous format offering - pre-and post-course activities may be required as part this course. Pre-course instructions and materials will be available on eClass.
- The online components of this course are facilitated through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Required reading materials: Alberta OH&S Act, Regulation, and Code, Alberta King’s Printer (alberta.ca/alberta-kings-printer) and Occupational health and safety code: Explanation guide (OHS Publication. OHS Code Explanation Guide).
Overall Schedule
Jan 16 — pre-class information opens
Students in this course section may have pre-class readings or assessments to complete.
Lecture/Class Schedule
Feb 21
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm MT
Mar 26 — post-class component closes
Students in this section may have post-class readings or assessments to complete.
Synchronous online learning, eClass
39 hours of instruction
In synchronous online courses, students move through the course material at the same pace as their peers. These courses also provide learners with pre-scheduled online lectures that have the instructor and students interacting at the same time. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details
Your Instructor
Wil PulferID: wil-pulfer
Wil Pulfer has over 20 years of experience in the OHS and industrial hygiene fields. He has worked throughout Western Canada in a diverse range of industrial, manufacturing, commercial, and public sector industries performing an assortment of projects including assessments, surveys, and investigations. Wil is currently the principal of an OHS and industrial hygiene consulting firm that focuses on OHS program development, industrial hygiene, and education. He has also served as president of the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists (CRBOH).
Textbooks
Required
Government of Alberta
Ohs Act, Regulation And Code
Required
Government of Alberta
(2018) Ohs Code: Explanation Guide
Class info
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39 course hours in total
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Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
— view all 27 funding opportunities -
Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
Take note:
- This course is offered several times throughout the year; each specific offering is called a “course section.”
- When selecting the dates and the section you want to enrol in, look for the note that indicates the delivery format of that specific section—and make sure you have chosen a section that’s offered in your desired format (asynchronous or synchronous).
- For the synchronous format offering - pre-and post-course activities may be required as part this course. Pre-course instructions and materials will be available on eClass.
- The online components of this course are facilitated through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Required reading materials: Alberta OH&S Act, Regulation, and Code, Alberta King’s Printer (alberta.ca/alberta-kings-printer) and Occupational health and safety code: Explanation guide (OHS Publication. OHS Code Explanation Guide).
Apr 10, 2023Jun 18, 2023
Asynchronous online learning, eClass
39 hours of instruction
In asynchronous online courses, students are expected to move through the course material at the same pace as their peers, but there are no real-time virtual classroom sessions to attend. All components of this type of course are accessible through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool. format details
Textbooks
Required
Government Of Alberta. Ohs Act, Regulation And Cod
Alberta Queen’s Printer, https://www.qp.alberta.ca/ or Electronic https://www.alberta.ca/ohs-act-regulation-code.aspx
Required
Government Of Alberta Ohs Code Explanation Guide
Class info
-
39 course hours in total
-
Cost assistance: may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, the Canada Training Benefit, and the Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan.
— view all 27 funding opportunities -
Please be advised that some of our courses fill quickly, early registration is encouraged to secure your spot. See our refunds, withdrawals & transfers policies for detailed information.
This course has no prerequisites
Students from all educational backgrounds welcome. You can register for this course without applying and enrolling in a program.
Take note:
- This course is offered several times throughout the year; each specific offering is called a “course section.”
- When selecting the dates and the section you want to enrol in, look for the note that indicates the delivery format of that specific section—and make sure you have chosen a section that’s offered in your desired format (asynchronous or synchronous).
- For the synchronous format offering - pre-and post-course activities may be required as part this course. Pre-course instructions and materials will be available on eClass.
- The online components of this course are facilitated through eClass, the University of Alberta’s eLearning management tool.
- Required reading materials: Alberta OH&S Act, Regulation, and Code, Alberta King’s Printer (alberta.ca/alberta-kings-printer) and Occupational health and safety code: Explanation guide (OHS Publication. OHS Code Explanation Guide).
Currently counts towards:
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└ core course
Applicants intending to enrol in a program are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to lock in their course requirements since they are prone to change.
*If you are already enroled in this program, please refer to your specific program requirements as outlined at the time of your admission: Bear Tracks > Academic Advisement.
Looking for different course dates?
New course schedules are released each June and November.