Course Info
Evaluation: All competencies (quizzes and final) must be completed to earn 1 credit.
Unit Quizzes = 75% of Grade
Final Exam = 25% of Grade
- Welcome to HCS 3000
- Unit 1 - Introduction to Health and Safety
- Unit 2 - Hazards
- Unit 3 - Hazard Assessment and Control
- Unit 4 - Incident Reporting and Investigation
- Unit 5 - Job Safety and the Law
- Unit 6 - WCB and You
- Unit 7 - Employment Standards Code and Regulations
- Unit 8 - WHMIS
- Unit 9 - Harassment and Bullying
- Unit 10 - Mental Health and Wellness
- Final Exam
Welcome to HCS 3000
Welcome to HCS 3000!
In this course, you will gain the attitudes, knowledge and skills related to workplace health and safety and examine relevant legislation required in the workplace.
Contents:
Unit 1 - Introduction to Health and Safety
Unit 2 - Hazards
Unit 3 - Hazard Assessment and Control
Unit 4 - Incident Reporting and Investigation
Unit 5 - Job Safety and the Law
Unit 6 - WCB and You
Unit 7 - Employment Standard Code and Regulations
Unit 8 - WHMIS
Unit 9 - Harassment and Bullying
Unit 10 - Mental Health and Wellness
Unit 1 - Introduction to Health and Safety
What is the Goal of Health and Safety?
To create a safe and healthy work environment for everyone, no matter where you work.
Since many workers spend much of their day at the workplace, it is important that the work environment be safe. All workers deserve to go home to their families at the end of the day and be able to participate in activities they enjoy.
Click this link to explore narratives and videos about health and safety at work.
***2020 - 2021 School Year**** Please review the COVID-19 Alberta Health Daily Checklist BEFORE you leave for school or work EVERY day. If you answer yes to any questions please contact Alberta 811 for guidance.
Unit 2 - Hazards
There is no such thing as a completely safe workplace, which is why an important part of workplace safety is being able to identify hazards before someone is injured.
Identifying hazards is the first step in reducing risk or injury.
A WorkSafe Alberta interactive site.
Unit 3 - Hazard Assessment and Control
Hazard assessments and controls help build safe and healthy workplaces. They are at the core of every organization’s HSMS. This process provides a consistent approach for employers and workers to identify and control hazards in the workplace. Let’s first look at the legislation behind hazard assessment and control.
- Young worker's guide to safety and employment rules.
Go to this site to learn about identifying risks, hazards, and ask questions about your job. This is an interactive site so you may wish to wear headphones.
This NAPO video follows two workers troubleshooting ways to eliminate a hazard.
Unit 4 - Incident Reporting and Investigation
- You can edit and print this incident report document.
Unit 5 - Job Safety and the Law
Watch the NAPO video below about workers looking out for their co-workers.
Your forms and guide to WCB-Alberta benefits and services.
Unit 6 - WCB and You
This link will take you to the home page of the Workers' Compensation Board of Alberta
Unit 7 - Employment Standards Code and Regulations
Government of Alberta's website - Youth Employment Laws
Government of Alberta Website - Hours of Work and Rest
Unit 8 - WHMIS
This video helps workers understand the primary changes to WHMIS 2015 — new hazard classes, new labelling requirements, and a revised safety data sheet format — as well as the responsibilities of their employers to provide education and training.
Unit 9 - Harassment and Bullying
Watch the following NAPO video and decide whether or not the worker is being bullied.
Unit 10 - Mental Health and Wellness
Poor mental health not only hurts the individual, it also impacts an organization's bottom line and ability to thrive. Having the support of their workplace can make a world of difference for workers with mental health issues. Start the conversation. A few simple words can make a big difference.
This NAPO video displays the effects of stress in the workplace.
Final Exam