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Overview

Many systems of work within organisations use hazardous substances which require controls to manage risks. In this subject you will examine the effects of hazardous substances on humans and risk management principles related to screening, monitoring and control of chemical, biological, radiation and neurotoxic hazards in the workplace, as relevant … For more content click the Read more button below.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Psychology and Public Health

Subject coordinator

Rwth Stuckey

Subject type

Postgraduate

Year level

Year Level 5 - Masters

AQF level

Level 8 - Graduate Certificate

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Individually and collaboratively analyse regulations for the investigation, management and control of hazardous substances and apply to varied workplace contexts.
2.
Critically evaluate exposures to, and health impacts of, common chemical, biological and radiation hazards on workplace populations.
3.
Individually and collaboratively analyse theoretical knowledge and evidence-based models of practice and apply to development and implementation of integrated strategies for assessment, monitoring and control measures for common hazardous substances.
4.
Critically analyse and synthesize evidence based approaches to development and communication of screening, monitoring and management strategies for common hazardous substances in varied work contexts.