ACRF 1100: Occupational Safety
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Automotive Collision Repair
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students learn their rights and responsibilities in the workplace according to local, Provincial and National safety regulations and to identify job hazards and provide a safe workplace. The course focuses on Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS), fire prevention, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency procedures and environmental safety such as hazardous material handling, storage and disposal. Additionally, students are introduced to vehicle hazards such as alternate fuel and electric vehicles, supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS).
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe workers rights and responsibilities in the workplace according to local, Provincial and National safety regulations and to identify job hazards and provide a safe workplace.
- Create and maintain a safe environment when performing work duties in the workplace in compliance with local, Provincial and National safety regulations.
- Describe vehicle hazards and precautions associated with vehicle handling and repair processes.
- Describe fire safety prevention, extinguishing and storage procedures and equipment according to local, Provincial and National safety regulations and fire safety standards.
- Use the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) in the workplace in compliance with Provincial and National regulations.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment in the workplace in compliance with Provincial and National regulations.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 50
Total Hours: 50
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include: Lectures, demonstrations, group work, individual work, and project work in an authentic shop environment. Course evaluation is based on theory assignments and the students' ability to create and maintain a safe working environment.
Grading System
Percentages-ITA
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Quizzes/Tests
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30
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Formative theory (quizzes and assignments)
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Exam
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20
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Summative theory
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Lab Work
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30
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Integrated safety performance evaluations. This mark is taken from other program courses with safety components.
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Participation
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20
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Active participation, teamwork.
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Course topics
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Hazardous Materials
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- Fire Safety
- Vehicle and Components Handling Safety
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.