Occupational Health and Safety

The focus of this program is to provide students with the knowledge and technical skills required to develop, implement, and evaluate corporate occupational health and safety programs and systems focused on loss control.  Students are provided with classroom and lab instruction plus applied learning opportunities in a variety of occupational settings.  Advanced curriculum builds on strong technical skills, providing exposure to the many different facets of the OHS profession including:

•  hazard anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control
•  risk management
•  ergonomics
•  occupational hygiene
•  construction safety
•  emergency management
•  incident investigation

This program is recognized by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP); and as a result, students are eligible for a scholarship from the board.  Graduates exceed the increased education requirements to challenge the national exam for certification as a CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional).