Workplace Safety & Prevention (WSP)

As a graduate, you will be prepared to reliably demonstrate the ability to:

• Develop, implement and evaluate organizational health and safety policies and practices that adhere to government legislation, regulations and guidelines
• Develop and facilitate Health and Safety training for workers with the goal of increasing safety and preventing accidents
• Conduct accident investigations, emergency response plans, injury prevention plans and root cause analysis documentation that follow workplace safety protocols
• Identify and evaluate biological, physical, chemical, and psycho-social hazards and apply safety systems in the workplace to manage risk.
• Facilitate and support an effective health and safety program in both non-union and union environments
• Research existing industry standards, produce reports and provide recommendations for changes for continuing improvement of the health, safety, disability, ergonomic, emergency and environmental management systems
• Manage human resources in a diverse workplace to facilitate change and policy compliance
• Communicate effectively using oral, written, and computer information systems to promote a strong internal workplace safety prevention culture