ETMA 425: Managing Industrial and Agricultural Safety Risks

Course Description

Primary elements of effective occupational safety and health management plans applicable to any work place including farms. Topics include: orientation to major agricultural and general industry safety and health issues, legal and ethical responsibilities, liability issues, injury/illness incident investigation, safety and health resources, how to approach and organize a safety and health management plan, and safety and health worker education and training. Case study approach and student team work to devise safety and health management plans for existing businesses or farms. 3 undergraduate hours. 3 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in ETMA 421 or ETMA 422, or consent of instructor.