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DRFT 1012: Office & Construct Site Safety
Effective date
September 2024
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course, the students examine the safety aspects of a career in a construction-related field, with particular reference to precautions taken on entering a working construction site, as well as precautions related to workplace harassment and violence prevention.
Credits
1.0
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:
- Cite the appropriate Codes and Standards relating to workplace safety
- Name and describe personal protective equipment and devices
- Identify potential workplace hazards
- Recognize instances of potential workplace violence and harassment
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR is assessed through 1) challenge exam and 2) an interview with the Department Leader or designate.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 8
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 12
Total Hours: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 12
Total Hours: 20
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, group research activities,instructional videos, and a job site visit will be used.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Codes and Standards |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Personal protective equipment |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Elevating devices and fall protection |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Workplace hazards |
Course topics
- Codes
- Safety materials
- Safety equipment
- Protective clothing
- Protective devices
- Hearing protection
- Fall protection systems
- Temporary structures and excavations
- Elevating devices
- Confined spaces
- Harassment and violence prevention in the workplace
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.