OSH 100 - Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health

1. Identify the various fields of safety and risk management. (i.e., industrial hygiene, safety management, risk management, etc.).
2. Describe the regulatory agencies that deal with occupational and environmental safety and health and describe each organizations purpose and authority. (i.e., OSHA, L&I, EPA, DOT, etc.).
3. Understand basic terminology used in the field of occupational safety and health and apply it appropriately.
4. Demonstrate how to access applicable rules and regulations.
5. Analyze the history and evolution of occupational safety and health as it pertains to a variety of communities and stake holders.
6. Evaluate the impact (financial and social) of occupational injuries and illnesses.
7. Explore the process of workers’ compensation and its effects on various stake holders.
8. Adopt a proactive approach to safety by following best practices in the field.