LADE200

Module code

LADE200

Module title

Workplace Safety

Prescription

The aim of this module is to develop student’s ability to apply safe work practices in the work place.

Programmes

SX1702

NZQA Level

Level 2

NZQA Credits

4

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 40

Resources required

Teaching and Learning Strategy: As per Ako: Teaching and Learning Directions – Project-based learning; Flipped Classroom; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices
Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify the principles of workplace safety in a given workplace.
2. Demonstrate safe work practices in a specific workplace.
Content: ? Safe work practices, organizational requirements; Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Signage, safety guarding, work permits.
? Work place hazard identification system; hazard registers, hazard reports, inspections, area analysis, task analysis, process analysis
? Clear and effective communication in good workplace health and safety practice
? Organisation required communication methods; radio, electronic, signage, oral, written, sirens, signals.
? Routine work activities in accordance with organizational requirements; correct use of PPE, safety rules, workplace hazards and controls, use of ergonomic practice, incident reporting, compliance with signage and entry requirements.
? Communication methods.
? Workplace hazard identification methods.
? Unsafe work practice and corrective actions.
? Documentation relating to safe work practices.
Assessment Criteria: Assessment in this module is mixed mode. Students must gain a minimum mark of 50% in the achievement-based assessments and meet all the requirements of the competency-based assessments including carrying out all tasks in a safe manner and to industry standard to be eligible for a final grade for this module. The final grade will be based on the marks from the achievement-based assessment tasks. Where there are only competency components either pass or fail will be awarded.
Learning and Teaching Resource: ? Tutorial notes, exercises and readings, flexible, blended learning focus on content and material as projects for project based learning.
? Interactive Moodle platform

LADE200 – Workplace Safety