Designed for individuals who have interests in, or responsibilities for, administering occupational health and safety programs, learn the relevant laws and regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety. Topics include Cal/OSHA and federal OSHA; criminal considerations, such as supervisors’ and managers’ responsibilities; workers’ compensation jurisdiction, claims and benefits; the claims process and program administration; and legal liability. Through interactive case studies, illustrate common issues and demonstrate ability to solve simple and complex problems. By the end of this course, students will demonstrate working knowledge of workplace safety laws and regulations.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand CAL/OSHA and OSHA operations, compliance, standard setting and consultation
- Become aware of criminal sanctions used in health and safety violations
- Understand worker’s compensation insurance
- Awareness of professional liabilities health and safety practitioners are exposed to
Skills You Will Gain
- OSHA and CAL/OSHA compliance
- Professional liability
- Worker’s compensation adjudication
- Sanitation, fire safety and building codes
This is a required course for the Workplace Health and Safety Manager Certificate.