PSAF 121 - Risk Management

Institution:

Ivy Tech Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course will provide the student with an introduction to industrial safety, OSHA, various OSHA standards, workplace inspections, citations and penalties. Employee and employer responsibilities, right-to-know laws and safety awareness programs are examined. Safety motivation and knowledge, creating a healthy work environment and health hazards and issues are also studied. Areas such as the role of the supervisor, employee assistance programs, management of stress helps students understand the role employer's play in creating a healthy workforce. In addition, the contributions of safety committees and other governmental agencies responsible for safety are examined.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ivytech.edu

Phone Number:

(317) 921-4800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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