• ## Essential Units for QCF MSc in Occupational Health and Safety Management **Module 1: Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety** • • Introduction to the field of occupational health and safety
• History of occupational health and safety
• Core principles and values of OH&S
• Legal and regulatory framework for OH&S
• Module 2: Hazard Identification and Assessment** • • Identifying potential occupational health and safety hazards
• Using risk assessment methodologies (e.g., HAZOP, FMEA)
• Evaluating the severity and likelihood of occupational health and safety hazards
• Risk management and control measures **Module 3: Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Health** • • Human biomechanics and physiology
• Musculoskeletal disorders and their impact on health
• Ergonomic principles and design for safe work postures
• Promoting healthy work practices and reducing musculoskeletal risks **Module 4: Chemical and Physical Hazards** • • Occupational exposure to hazardous substances and physical agents
• Identifying and assessing chemical hazards
• Understanding physical hazards and their impact on health
• Risk assessment and control measures for hazardous substances and physical agents **Module 5: Fire and Explosion Safety** • • Fire causes and types
• Fire detection and alarm systems
• Fire suppression methods and equipment
• Emergency planning and procedures for fire incidents **Module 6: Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace** • • The role of health and wellbeing in the workplace
• Stress management and its impact on health
• Promoting healthy work-life balance
• Ergonomics and physical activity in the workplace **Module 7: Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems** • • Introduction to OH&S management systems
• Implementing and maintaining effective OH&S management systems
• Regulatory compliance and its importance
• Best practices for OH&S management **Module 8: Legal and Ethical Responsibilities** • • Occupational health and safety legal framework
• Ethical considerations in occupational health and safety
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies for non-compliance
• International labor standards and best practices **Module 9: Communication and Training** • • Effective communication and information sharing in OH&S
• Training and education programs for employees and workers
• Promoting a culture of safety and accountability **Module 10: Case Studies and Risk Assessment** • • Analyzing real-world case studies of occupational health and safety incidents
• Applying risk assessment methodologies to real-world scenarios
• Developing and presenting risk mitigation plans for specific scenarios

Assessment

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