OL 404

Online Learning

Occupational Health and Safety

This course introduces participants to the broad and ever-changing field of occupational health and safety, an inherently technical subject area. The multiple dimensions of the various issues--technical, legislative, political, and personal--are a required part of the training for a professional in this field or for someone who is involved with this kind of operation. Major topic areas include the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WCB, WHMIS, transportation of dangerous goods, accident prevention and investigation, physical and biological agents, and the management of Occupational Health and Safety programs.

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Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 18

    Reference number
    CRN 30522
    Course fee$401.86

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    JUN 01-SEP 08

    Reference number
    CRN 30323
    Course fee$401.86

    Registration closed

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    JUL 02-OCT 08

    Reference number
    CRN 30274
    Course fee$401.86

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    SEP 08-DEC 15

    Reference number
    CRN 11354
    Course fee$401.86
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    OCT 01-JAN 07

    Reference number
    CRN 11157
    Course fee$401.86
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  • OnlineOpen

    NOV 02-FEB 08

    Reference number
    CRN 11107
    Course fee$401.86
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Course Materials

Course Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.

Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.

  • Required Textbook

    Management of Occupational Health and Safety

    by Kelloway, Francis

    Publisher
    Nelson
    Edition
    8th
    ISBN9780176893019/10-0176893016
    Course CodeCN-BUS253Registration CodeCF-OL404

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.