FRSC-161 — Occupational Safety

3 credits · 3 hours

0, or successful completion of ACRD-080. This course equips students with the practical knowledge and skills needed to ensure a safe working environment in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Students will learn to apply OSHA guidelines to a range of workplace hazards, including walking/working surfaces, fire safety, electrical safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), blood-borne pathogens, hazardous chemicals, infection control, and ergonomic safety. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of OSHA's safety protocols for emergency action planning, safe driving, workplace violence prevention, and the handling of biological agents. Students will also be instructed on how to handle personal information in regard to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Through case studies, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises, students will gain the tools necessary to mitigate risks and promote safety within diverse workplace settings. BILLABLE Course

Prerequisites: ACRD-090, ACRD-091, ACRD-092, ELAP-110, ACRD-080

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