Occupational Health and Safety Management (Co-op)

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Evaluate safety management systems using industry-standard principles and practices to determine system efficacy and continuous improvement opportunities.
2. Develop and implement safety management systems that meet organizational goals and comply with Canadian legislation, regulations, standards, industry guidelines and best practices.
3.  Develop and implement practices, policies and programs for workplace health and wellness that are aligned with regulatory requirements and industry practices.
4.  Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, investigate and address health, safety and wellness challenges within organizations.
5.  Evaluate and evolve the health, safety and wellness performance of the organizational culture using industry benchmarks, metrics, and best practices.
6.  Implement controls and mitigation strategies appropriate for identified hazards and risks to protect workers and the organization.
7.  Identify and assess hazards and risks at the workplace, using a variety of industry-standard techniques and tools, to protect workers and the organization.
8.  Develop and implement corporate environmental social responsibility and sustainability practices, policies and programs that comply with Canadian legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines.
9.  Comply with the professional and ethical obligations and expectations for safety professionals outlined in the BCRSP Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
10. Apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance performance and maintain currency within the industry in a Canadian context.