A range of other services is also available through the Hazard Control Program including consultations, program analysis, briefings and seminars on selected current topics. The same degree of location flexibility applies to these services.
To serve client needs, the Hazard Control Program has developed a series of courses that may be of value for individuals desiring professional development at the undergraduate level, for those desiring graduate education, or for those who may wish to continue their professional education by pursuing selected and specific topics through continuing education.
For students interested in entering the safety profession as a career, the undergraduate course offerings are provided. These courses provide the varied competencies needed by safety professionals to effectively carry out their roles as safety specialists. These programs may lead to a Certificate, an Associate Degree or a Baccalaureate Degree. The degree programs are described in the Indiana University School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation Bulletin.
For the safety professional presently involved in the field, the graduate programs may provide the background and competencies needed to effectively develop and manage a safety program. Indiana University offers a Master's Degree and a Doctoral Degree in Health and Safety with Safety Management as an option for individuals interested in continuing their education at the graduate level. The Bulletin also describes this program.
For the many safety professionals who have achieved the academic requirements necessary to their profession, the Hazard Control Program offers a variety of Continuing Education courses which may be of benefit in maintaining currency in light of the many new rules, regulations, procedures and requirements affecting the profession. A list of Continuing Education services offered by the Hazard Control Program is described below.Consultations The Hazard Control Program includes individuals with extensive backgrounds in various aspects of safety and health. These individuals are available to provide consultations in program analysis, safety needs assessment, and training in occupational safety and health, system safety and improving safety performance.
SG100 Improved Safety Performance A workshop in the development and implementation of a program to improve safety performance by identifying and controlling critical work practices.
SG117 Safety Briefings Selected topics covering current safety and occupational health requirements, management approaches or technical material.
SG150 General Safety Concepts Applied to the Workplace An overview of occupational safety and health and other safety programs applicable to public and private sectors.
SG170 Ground Safety An introduction to and review of terms, principles and requirements for a total ground safety program.
SG180 Medical Facilities Safety An introduction to and review of terms, principles and requirements for a total safety and occupational health program for medical facilities.
SO240 Confined Space Safety Covers the establishment and management of an effective Confined Space Program including administrative procedures, technical supervision, personnel training and certification requirements, legal aspects, etc. Technical coverage includes toxicology, physiology, physics and engineering as they relate to the problems of Confined Spaces in a work environment. The course also includes a full discussion of Confined Space topics based on 29 CFR 1910.146. Characteristics of hazardous materials, hazard recognition and evaluation, selection, use and maintenance of instrumentation and personal protective equipment, space testing and certification requirements, and hazard control procedures are discussed. Health, fire and safety hazards associated with entry, cold work or hot work in confined or enclosed spaces or other hazardous locations are emphasized.
SO250 Introduction to Safety Standards An introduction to the OSH Standards applicable to the design of systems or facilities. This course is targeted for product design engineers and technical personnel.
ST310 Electrical Safety Standards An introduction to electrical safety codes and standards including the National Electrical Code and DOL Subpart S.
SS310 Short Course in Ergonomics A workshop in the application of ergonomics to the workplace.
SS320 System Safety Concepts An introduction to system safety as it applies to design. Application of system safety and risk assessment techniques is covered. Development of a System Safety Program Plan (SSPP) and management of a system safety program are included. A workshop in the application of hazard analysis techniques to the workplace is presented.
SS510 System Safety and Human Factors The application of system safety and human factors engineering techniques to the design of machines, tools, equipment, etc. is covered. Course includes workshops in the application of system safety and human factors techniques. Utilization of probability and consequence data related to applications of techniques in program management is considered. This course integrates the content and materials of SS310 and SS320 into one course.
SG520 Occupational Safety for Industrial Hygienists A safety orientation course for industrial hygienists to familiarize them with safety management and technical requirements.
SG600 Safety Workshop A workshop for safety directors and managers. Emphasis is placed on developing plans, discussing programs and requirements for the future. Clients may participate in discussing plans and resolving safety related problems.
For Additional Information:
Dr. Robert J. Piercy, Director
Hazard Control Program
Poplars Building 619
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405-3085
812-855-9488
FAX: 812-855-7092
EMAIL: piercy@indiana.edu
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