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Session: 2022/23

Last modified: 04/03/2022 09:52:00

Title of Module: Safety Management Skills

Code: CEWM09002 SCQF Level: 9
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework)		 Credit Points: 20 ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme)
School:School of Health and Life Sciences
Module Co-ordinator:Jan  Miller

Summary of Module

This is an attendance based, continuously assessed module.

All health and safety practitioners will, in their working lives, be called upon to participate in elements that involve interrelationships, decision-making, preparation and presentation of talks, committee work, management of issues and contact with peers, media and professional bodies. This module prepares the student to interact, present, resolve conflict and work with confidence. Assignments are focused on the practical elements of the profession and practice is gained in developing career plans, creating communication plans and presenting reviews of health and safety situations and issues. The Scottish Court system, the High Court of Justiciary, Appeal / Trial Court, Sheriff Courts and District Courts are all included in preparing students for participation in the judicial system. This includes identification and the roles of the various people involved in the courts.

This module is essential for all professionals and provides the student with a forum in which they can creatively employ aspects from all modules in the wider programme. This module will also help to develop a range of 'I am UWS' Graduate Attributes.

Universal – development of critical thinking, ethically and research minded.

Work Ready – an effective problem solver, communicator and ambitious.

Successful – by being autonomous, resilient and driven.


Module Delivery Method
Face-To-FaceBlendedFully OnlineHybridCHybridOWork-based Learning
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.

Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations

Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.

HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus

HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus

Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.


Campus(es) for Module Delivery
The module will normally be offered on the following campuses / or by Distance/Online Learning: (Provided viable student numbers permit)
Paisley:Ayr:Dumfries:Lanarkshire:London:Distance/Online Learning:Other:

 

 

 

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Term(s) for Module Delivery
(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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Term 3

 

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Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements)

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:

L1. Demonstrate a broad and integrated knowledge of issues and challenges possible in a workplace situation, from the point of view of the health and safety professional.

L2. Display an understanding of the preparation for presentations on health and safety issues and the ability to plan for and communicate in any situation

L3. Show a detailed knowledge of the interrelationships among all stakeholders managing health and safety issues and the courts.

Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills
SCQF Headings During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve core skills in:
Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) SCQF Level 9.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of principles and practices in relation to professional skills for health and safety managers

Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding SCQF Level 9.

Consolidate and integrate knowledge gained from previous taught modules and develop that knowledge in applying effective strategies in safety management.

Practice the skills of modifying employee behaviour for improved safety by communication, motivation, leadership and teambuilding

Generic Cognitive skills SCQF Level 9.

Formulate and present a written technical volume of work

Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills SCQF Level 9.

Present clear concise written reports and give oral presentations on the outcome

Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others SCQF Level 9.

Manage time, prioritise workloads and recognise and manage personal emotions and stress

Communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals using a variety of means

Pre-requisites: Before undertaking this module the student should have undertaken the following:
Module Code:
Module Title:
Other:Before undertaking this module the student should have successfully completed all requirements for SCQF levels 7 and 8 in occupational safety and health or have appropriate knowledge, understanding and experience within safety and health and in line with Regulation 7.3.
Co-requisitesModule Code:
Module Title:

* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.

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Learning and Teaching
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below: 		Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities)
Lecture/Core Content Delivery18
Tutorial/Synchronous Support Activity18
Independent Study164
200 Hours Total

**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet access)

The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content and ultimately for the learning outcomes:

Virtual Learning Environment: Timetables, lecture summaries, seminar, assignments, staff contact information and other information associated with the running of the Module.

IOSH Presentation Skills: https://www.iosh.com/media/2166/presentation-skills-essex-november-2017.pptx

REHIS: https://www.rehis.com/sites/default/files/REHIS%20Train%20the%20Presenter%20syllabus%202018.pdf

Referencing: Pears, R. and Shields, G. (2019) Cite them right: the essential referencing guide. 11th rev. edn. London: Red Globe Press. Print and electronic copies are available from UWS Library.

(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications, students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date material)

Engagement Requirements

In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure

Where a module has Professional, Statutory or Regulatory Body requirements these will be listed here:
Attendance at synchronous sessions (lectures, workshops, and tutorials), completion of asynchronous activities, and submission of assessments to meet the learning outcomes of the module.

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Supplemental Information

Programme BoardBiological Sciences and Health
Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) No
Subject PanelBiology L7-11
ModeratorRobin Freeburn
External ExaminerS Boyd
Accreditation DetailsThis module is accredited by Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) if taken as part of the BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety and Health programme.
Version Number

2.14

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Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below)
Two written assignments worth 30% and 40% of the final mark for a total of 70%.
Assignment 1 will be on an emergency communication plan. Assignment 2 will focus on empowerment and motivation.
Two formal presentations worth 10% and 20% of the final mark for a total of 30%.
The presentations will consist of a toolbox talk and the findings of the communication plan.
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module (one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be provided within the Student Handbook.)

Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)

Component 1
Assessment Type (Footnote B.) Learning Outcome (1) Learning Outcome (2) Learning Outcome (3) Weighting (%) of Assessment ElementTimetabled Contact Hours
Essaycheck markcheck markcheck mark700

Component 2
Assessment Type (Footnote B.) Learning Outcome (1) Learning Outcome (2) Learning Outcome (3) Weighting (%) of Assessment ElementTimetabled Contact Hours
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Combined Total For All Components100% 0 hours

Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above

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Note(s):
  1. More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
  2. Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
    This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.

Equality and Diversity
In line with current legislation (Equality Act, 2010) and the UWS Equality, Diversity, and Human Rights Code, our modules are accessible and inclusive, with reasonable adjustment for different needs where appropriate. Module materials comply with University guidance on inclusive learning and teaching, and specialist assistive equipment, support provision and adjustment to assessment practice will be made in accordance with UWS policy and regulations. Where modules require practical and/or laboratory based learning or assessment required to meet accrediting body requirements the University will make reasonable adjustment such as adjustable height benches or assistance of a ‘buddy’ or helper.
Please refer to the UWS Equality and Diversity Policy at the following link: UWS Equality and Diversity Policy
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy
(N.B. Every effort will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues brought to the attention of the School)

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