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ACRF 1101: Occupational Safety (E-pprentice)
Effective date
November 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).
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
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
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 6
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 50
Total Hours: 56
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 50
Total Hours: 56
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include: Self-paced and scheduled online learning assignments, lectures, demonstrations, group work, individual work, field trips, and project work in an authentic shop environment.
Grading System
Percentages-ITA
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
30 |
Formative theory (quizzes and assignments) |
|
Exam |
20 |
Summative theory |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Integrated safety performance evaluations. This mark is taken from other program courses with safety components. |
|
Practicum |
25 |
Performance evaluations (Instructor/ |
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.