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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides practical learning experiences in the efficient and effective management of a variety of emergency situations that could occur in an occupational / industrial setting. Students explore risk analysis and control methodologies as well as strategies for the management of a disaster and the mitigation of impact. Of particular importance is the minimisation of reputational damage and business continuity after the event.
This unit is delivered online and as a consequence students wishing to enrol will need to have internet access.
Unit was previously coded OHS5137
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Lectures, workshops, Learning Management System and seminars.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Emergency management of volunteers | 40% |
| Report | Emergency management plan | 60% |
Coppola, D. P. (2011). Introduction to international disaster management (2nd ed.). Boston: Butterworth-Heinemann.
Halibozek, E. P., Jones, A. & Kovacich, G. L. (2008). The corporate security professional's handbook on terrorism (1st ed.). Boston: Butterworth Heinemann.
Kaszeta, D.. (2013). CBRN and hazmat incidents at major public events: Planning and response . Hoboken, New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons. doi:10.1002/9781118529713
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit provides practical learning experiences in the efficient and effective management of a variety of emergency situations that could occur in an occupational / industrial setting. Students explore risk analysis and control methodologies as well as strategies for the management of a disaster and the mitigation of impact. Of particular importance is the minimisation of reputational damage and business continuity after the event.
This unit is delivered online and as a consequence students wishing to enrol will need to have internet access.
Unit was previously coded OHS5137
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
On-line modules and reading materials which are supplemented with on-line tutorials.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Emergency management plan | 40% |
| Assignment | Emergency Risk Register | 60% |
Coppola, D. P. (2011). Introduction to international disaster management (2nd ed.). Boston: Butterworth-Heinemann.
Halibozek, E. P., Jones, A. & Kovacich, G. L. (2008). The corporate security professional's handbook on terrorism (1st ed.). Boston: Butterworth Heinemann.
Kaszeta, D.. (2013). CBRN and hazmat incidents at major public events: Planning and response . Hoboken, New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons. doi:10.1002/9781118529713
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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