• ## OTHM Online Health and Safety MBA Courses: Essential Units **Module 1: Introduction to Health and Safety Management** • • Defining health and safety in the context of organizations
• Legal and regulatory framework for health and safety
• Risk management principles and their application
• The role of health and safety professionals **Module 2: Fundamentals of Occupational Health and Safety** • • Anatomy and physiology of the human body
• Occupational diseases and their causes
• First aid and emergency response skills
• Hazard identification and risk assessment **Module 3: Legal and Regulatory Framework** • • Occupational Health and Safety Act 1974 (UK)
• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (UK)
• European Union (EU) directives on health and safety
• Regulatory bodies responsible for enforcing health and safety standards **Module 4: Risk Management and Control** • • Identifying and assessing workplace risks
• Implementing control measures to mitigate risks
• Emergency preparedness and response
• Occupational health surveillance and monitoring **Module 5: Health and Safety Management Systems** • • Developing and implementing a comprehensive health and safety management system
• Leadership and employee engagement in health and safety
• Monitoring and evaluating health and safety performance
• Best practices for health and safety in different industries **Module 6: Ergonomics and Workplace Design** • • Understanding human biomechanics and their impact on work
• Designing safe and ergonomic workstations and workplaces
• Promoting physical activity and healthy work habits **Module 7: Chemical and Physical Hazards** • • Identifying and assessing chemical and physical hazards in the workplace
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) and its importance
• Risk assessment and control measures for hazardous substances **Module 8: Fire and Explosion Safety** • • Understanding the principles of fire and explosion safety
• Fire detection and alarm systems
• Firefighting techniques and equipment
• Emergency planning and evacuation procedures **Module 9: Health and Safety in the Workplace** • • Promoting a healthy work environment and employee well-being
• Stress management and mental health in the workplace
• Occupational health surveillance and monitoring programs
• Promoting a culture of safety in the organization **Module 10: Case Studies and Best Practices** • • Analyzing real-world case studies of health and safety incidents
• Sharing best practices and lessons learned from industry experts
• Developing practical strategies for implementing safety solutions

Assessment

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.