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HST1152 Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety
SCHOOL OF EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
 
Description:

All employees are potentially exposed to occupational safety and health risks in the workplaces. In this unit students are introduced to various occupational safety and health concepts and are encouraged to develop the skills and knowledge required to make workplaces safer and healthier. Occupational safety and health is looked at from a national and international perspective by exploring safety and health in a variety of global industries. 



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
K97Bachelor of Health Science
M89Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)
M90Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation)
MAAAIAEnvironmental Health Major
MIAADNOccupational Safety and Health Minor
MAAAGDOccupational Safety and Health Major
MAAAHWOccupational Safety and Health Major
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 15/03/2014 VET: 14/05/2014