ENVM * 1090 – Occupational Health and Safety F (3-2) [0.50]

This course explores issues and legal requirements involved in promoting safe communities and work places. Technical, legislative, political, ethical and personal issues are explored. Students will examine and evaluate topics including the Workplace Hazardous Material Information System, Material Safety Data sheets, and the responsibilities of Joint Health and Safety Committees and confined space entry. Hazards to human health resulting from exposure to a variety of physical and chemical hazards found in the workplace will be examined.