Module Details
Module Code: |
AGRI S6012 |
Full Title:
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Chemical and Environmental Risk Assessment
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Valid From:: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 ) |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Owner:: |
Siobhan Keenan
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Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to provide the learner with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to manage chemical and environmental hazards in the workplace in a safe, legally compliant and risk-controlled manner.
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Module Learning Outcome |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
MLO1 |
Identify and discuss the statutory requirements for the management of chemical and environmental hazards in the workplace. |
MLO2 |
Outline the chemical and environmental hazards in the workplace and associated health risks. |
MLO3 |
Interpret chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and product labelling, in addition to identifying the hazards associated with chemical storage and use. |
MLO4 |
Undertake a chemical and environmental risk assessment, required to maintain a safe place of work. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Module Indicative Content |
Chemical and Environmental Hazards
An introduction to the presence of chemical and environmental hazards in the work place. The effect of such hazards on the body and surrounding environment. Statutory requirements.
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Chemical Hazards in Manufacturing
Interpreting hazard information, labelling and SDS (Safety Data Sheets). Inventory development and chemical management in the workplace.
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Environmental Hazards in Manufacturing
Waste storage and disposal, emissions, hazardous substance, liquid waste, environmental impact of raw materials and packaging. Assessing environmental factors. Environmental Management System (BMS).
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Risk Assessment Principles
Identify the hazards; Evaluate the risk; Record your finding; Review and revise.
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Performing a Risk Assessment
Undertake a risk assessment in relation to chemical and environmental hazards in workplace settings. Determining control measures, procedures and required documentation.
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Module Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Course Work | 50.00% |
Project | 50.00% |
Module Special Regulation |
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AssessmentsFull-time
Part-time
Reassessment Requirement |
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
This module has no Full-time workload. |
Workload: Part-time |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Online (Contact) |
Contact |
Online lectures, case studies, quizzes, discussion groups, supplementary reading |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Lecture |
Contact |
Face to face lectures (2 hours twice per semester) |
Twice per semester |
0.27 |
2 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
3.27 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.27 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Calow, P.. (1998), Handbook of environmental risk assessment and management, Blackwell Science, Oxford, [ISBN: 0865427321].
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Simmons, S.. (2013), The Management of Environmental Risks in the Workplace, 3rd. RMS Publishing, [ISBN: 978-190667424].
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Hughes P., Ferrett E.. (2005), Introduction to health and safety at work, 2nd ed. Elsevier, Amsterdam, [ISBN: 0750666234].
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Tilleard, A.. (2010), Quick win safety management : answers to your top 100 safety management questions, Oaktree, Cork, [ISBN: 1904887414].
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Waters, B.. (2013), Introduction to Environmental Management, 1st. Routledge, [ISBN: 978-04155344].
| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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Website, Health and Safety Authority. (2016), A Guide to Risk Assessments and Safety
Statements,
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Website, Environmental Protection Agency,
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Website, Health and Safety Authority,
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Website, Business electronic Safety Management
And Risk assessment Tool,
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