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Graduate Safety-Occ and Env Sfty & Hlth

2018 Fall Term

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MOTOR FLEET SAFETY

SAFETY 581

An analysis of fleet safety problems and programs. Detailed study of the truck transportation industry, motor carrier responsibilities, federal regulations and safety supervision programs.

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SAFETY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

SAFETY 582

This course examines the practices and safety-related problems found in the contruction industry. Administrative and organizational issues that impact construction safety programs are examined. Students will be introduced to specific problems and countermeasures for correction through lectures and field experiences. The course provides an overview of applicable OSHA and MSHA standards.

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CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT PREVENTION

SAFETY 584

A combination of principles and practices designed to provide a basis for understanding the nature of accident prevention, health preservation and loss reduction in construction operations. The topics to be examined include federal safety and health regulations, techniques of hazard control, strategies for minimizing injuries and losses, and sources of assistance in resolving safety and health problems.

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BEHAVIORAL ASPECTS OF ACCIDENT PREVENTION

SAFETY 650

Selected theories of accident causation and countermeasures are studied. Examination of physiological, medical, psychological, and sociological factors which influence behavior, and methods for modifying unsafe behavior.

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ERGONOMICS

SAFETY 668

Study of human capabilities and limitations (physical, perceptual and cognitive) as the basis for improving human interactions with products, workstations and jobs. Review of human anatomical, physiological, perceptual and psychomotor characteristics applied to human-machine systems to enhance worker comfort, safety, health and productivity.

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PRINCIPLES AND METHODS OF INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE

SAFETY 679

An introduction to the science and art of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling the chemical, physical, and biological agents that affect the health and safety of workers. The laboratory provides working knowledge and hands-on experience with equipment for recognizing, analyzing, and evaluating occupational health hazards in industry. One 2.5 hour lecture and one 2.5 hour lab per week.

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OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT

SAFETY 683

Emphasis will be on the organizational and administrational problems that relate to risk assessments, occupational accidents, worker compensation management, safety committees and empoyee safety training programs. The course is designed for students majoring in the business related areas and future safety professionals who desire to develop an understanding of these management problems as well as applicable solutions.

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FIRE PROTECTION/PREVENTION

SAFETY 685

Control of fires through study of building construction to prevent fire spread, occupancy-hazard relationships, exposure to and from adjacent occupancies, lifesaving aspects, and the development of professional knowledge of flammable gases, liquids, combustible solids, dusts, chemicals, and explosives. Interpretation of appropriate codes will be covered.

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RESEARCH METHODS IN ESH

SAFETY 701

This course introduces key concepts and skill development in scientific inquiry in Environmental Safety & Health. The course covers: foundations for scientific inquiry, types of research methodology, validity and reliability (biases & error), how to search for and review research literature, basic understanding of statistical significance, and how to develop research question/hypotheses.

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ERGONOMICS IN CONSTRUCTION

SAFETY 737

This course is intended to examine the ergonomic problems, such as work related musculoskeletal disorders and injuries, in the construction industry. The course provides recognized ergonomic strategies in order to apply ergonomic hazards risk assessment for effective ergonomic solutions and interventions in different construction operations.

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ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

SAFETY 753

This course addresses current environmental issues of importance to ESH professionals and their associated regulations. Federal and State having application to the current environmental issues will be emphasized.

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PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF AIRBORNE HAZARDS IN THE WORKPLACE

SAFETY 780

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READINGS AND RESEARCH IN SAFETY

SAFETY 789

Under the direction of a faculty member the student will examine current research and professional practices and apply that knowledge to an ESH problem. The course serves as the capstone experience and requires the successful completion of a research paper.

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INDIVIDUAL STUDIES

SAFETY 798

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member.