HRMT 425 - Health, Safety and Security

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: Senior standing or consent of instructor

This course introduces techniques for organizing and administering practical safety program. Also emphasizes safety as a management function. The course includes an examination of history, occupational safety and health regulations, and a survey of current laws and standards. Teaches development of safety standards; the Occupational Safety and Healthy Act (OSHA), its rules and regulations; penalties for noncompliance; and methods of compliance.