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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Emerging Issues in Safety & Health at Work
Module Code	MT584
School	DCUBS
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

This module explores: the changing context within which occupational safety and health operates;the interdisciplinary nature of issues which arise in the area; and the nature of current emerging issues in occupational safety and health

Learning Outcomes

1. Ascertain the most significant recent and emerging issues in safety and health management
2. Persuade their organisations of the need to ensure that emerging issues are integrated into existing safety and health planning and strategy
3. Monitor and evaluate the dynamic nature of the field of safety and health at work

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	Students will complete 6x4 hour blocks per semester
Independent learning time	101	Students will complete research & their reflective diaries during this time.
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Nature of Module.
The nature of the module is such that its precise contents will alter over time. The content will be based on the major disciplines discussed in the programme, allowing scope for elucidation of emerging issues in each area and facilitating an integrative approach to occupational safety and health..

Topics.
The topics covered in this module will vary from year to year but issues of current importance could include: changes in Safety & Health legislation; Environmental issues; Implementing OHSAS 18001; Changing Health & Safety Culture; the importance of Leadership & Team Building; Crisis Management..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assignment	Reflective Journal	100%	Sem 1 End

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Note: 0, Because of the nature of the module, the reading will necessarily involve an analysis of current secondary literature, including periodical material and publications from regulatory agencies.,

Other Resources

None

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Programme or List of Programmes

MSH

MBS in Safety & Health at Work

PBSSA

PG Exchange(Business School)

PBSSAO

PG Study Abroad(Business School)

Timetable this semester: Timetable for MT584

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