Occupational Health and Safety (Part-time)

Program: 0494

About the Program

This part-time certificate program will provide a fundamental understanding of Occupational Health and Safety. The program is practical in nature and will be of interest to those having responsibilities for Occupational Health and Safety in their workplace, i.e. Health and Safety managers, Occupational Health Nurses, Joint Health and Safety Committee Members etc. or those who have an interest in this rapidly expanding field. It is strongly recommended that students complete the Occupational Health and Safety Legislation course first.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older.

Note:

• Students must be able to receive instruction, respond and research in the English language.
• Fundamentals of Ergonomics and Introduction to Occupational Hygiene require mathematical calculations. It is recommended that applicants have Grade 12 mathematics. The College offers upgrading for students who have not achieved this level.

Admission Procedures

• Submit a completed Conestoga College Program Application Form.
• Attach proof of Admission Requirements.
• Final selection is made following an assessment of the admission requirements.

Note:

• Credit will be given for qualifying courses that were successfully completed up to four (4) years prior to admission into the program.

How to Apply to the Program

Students may obtain a Conestoga College Program Application Form from any Conestoga College campus, OR by writing directly to the Registrar's Office, OR by using the college website at www.conestogac.on.ca/registrar/forms

Send completed applications to:
Conestoga College
Admissions Office
299 Doon Valley Dr
Kitchener, Ontario
Canada N2G 4M4

How to Register for Courses

Go to How to Register for detailed registration information.

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)

Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process. The learning may have taken place through employment, non-credit courses, independent study, conferences and seminars or volunteer activities. Prior learning must be measurable at the college level and meet Conestoga's standards of achievement for current courses. Evaluation is done through a challenge exam or portfolio development. Successful completion results in a credit on a Conestoga College transcript. To begin the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process please visit: www.conestogac.on.ca/caa/testing/plar.jsp or call 519-748-5220 x2260.

For program information call the Information Centre for details at 519-748-5220 ext. 3656.

Course #	Courses	Status
OHS1010	Fundamentals Of Ergonomics	Register
Description: Beginning with an overview of occupational ergonomics, this course includes topics ranging from identification of ergonomic risk factors to ergonomic aspects of computer-based work. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1030	Industrial Processes	Register
Description: Recommended: OHS1040 Hazard Identification or equivalent knowledge. Designed to support the other courses in the Occupational Health and Safety Program, this course uses an engineering approach to aid in identifying hazards in industrial processes. Tours and the text are used to expose the student to various industries. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1040	Hazard Identification	Unavailable
Description: This course will deal with the identification of safety hazards which may be a source of injury to workers. Elimination of safety hazards will be discussed. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1050	Fire Safety	Unavailable
Description: This course will address Fire Safety in a variety of workplace settings, and will include some of the basic requirements of the relevant codes (Building Code, Fire Code(s), NFPA documents). Fire extinguisher training and standpipe training will be provided. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1060	Introduction To Occupational Hygiene	Register
Description: Recommended: Students should complete this course prior to taking OHS1090 Sampling and Analysis. Level IV Mathematics and Science would be an asset. Focusing on fundamental hygiene principles, recognition, and control as it relates to workplace exposures to hazardous agents, this course examines basic health effects caused by workplace exposures to toxic materials. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1070	Occupational Health And Safety Administration	Register
Description: Beginning with a review of the reasons why health and safety program is of benefit to workplaces, this course covers some principles in the development and monitoring of workplace health and safety programs using a management model. Also included is a discussion on the importance of involvement by all levels of workers and management. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1080	Occupational Health And Safety Legislation	Register
Description: Providing an appreciation of relevant and ever increasing Health and Safety Legislation, this course discusses responsibilities of employers, supervisors and workers. There will be a review of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Industrial Regulations, Designated Substance Regulations, WHMIS Regulations, and Smoking in the Workplace Legislation. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
OHS1090	Sampling And Analysis	Unavailable
Description: Recommended: OHS1060 Introduction to Occupational Hygiene or equivalent knowledge. Beginning with a review of basic concepts in occupational hygiene, this course examines development of sampling strategies for the evaluation of chemical and physical agents. Discussion and practical hands-on training regarding the sampling of airborne chemical agents will be used. Hours: 36 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:

Annual Delivery Schedule

Program: Occupational Health and Safety #0494
S = Spring, W = Winter, F = Fall

		Doon
		2008	2008	2009
Code	Course Title	S	F	W
OHS1050	Fire Safety	X		X
OHS1010	Fundamentals of Ergonomics		X
OHS1040	Hazard Identification	X		X
OHS1030	Industrial Processes		X
OHS1060	Introduction to Occupational Hygiene		X
OHS1070	Occupational Health and Safety Administration		X
OHS1080	Occupational Health and Safety Legislation	X	X
OHS1090	Sampling and Analysis	X		X

Disclaimer

The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees, and to cancel at any time, a program, course, a program major or option, change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered, or change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons, or withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.