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This major is designed to provide students with an introduction to this profession and equip them with the knowledge and skills to function effectively in the health and safety industry. Students undertaking this major should select a second major in Health Promotion, Addiction Studies or Nutrition.
This unit set 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. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
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Students can apply for membership with Safety Institute of Australia (SIA).
Occupational Safety & Health Manager, Occupational Hygiene Technician, Workers Compensation Administrator, Rehabilitation Officer, Risk Manager, Community Health Officer
This major is aimed at those who wish to work as OSH practitioners in a range of industries such as the manufacturing, mining or the resources industry.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| HST1154 | Occupational Health and Safety Law | 15 |
| HST1152 | Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety | 15 |
| HST2112 | Occupational Health and Safety Science | 15 |
| HST2256 | Occupational Hygiene | 15 |
| HST2145 | Risk Management | 15 |
| HST3358 | Ergonomics and Work Design | 15 |
| HST3503 | Workplace Compensation and Injury Management | 15 |
| HST3357 | Occupational Safety and Health Management | 15 |
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.
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