Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Registered with the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation
This course has one level to be completed in 2 Years
This course is undertaken by learners who wish to pursue their studies in the fields of mining, construction and manufacturing. Those learners with qualifications in science subjects such as biology, physical science, chemistry and mathematics may find it easy.
Entry qualifications for diploma level 5 are as follows
Normal Entry: NSSC grade 12 or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 18 points in 5 subjects including English Grade E or better as stipulated in the Adonai College admission policy.
If candidates at grade NSSC 12 or equivalent do not have an English Grade E or better they first have to go through the Adonai College English bridging programme for three months and if they pass with 50% and above then they will be accepted to start the programme.
All non-English speaking students must provide an English language certificate, in order to be considered for admission.
Mature age entry: Candidates registering using this requirement must be at least 23 years old, plus at least two years working experience in a related field and must be able to pass the entrance test of Adonai College by at least 50% as stipulated in the Adonai College admission policy. Applicants are given a maximum of two chances to write the entrance test and if they fail both chances, they cannot be considered for admission.
Special entry: The following persons may apply for special entry and for permission to proceed to study an NQF level qualification with exemption from the whole or part of the entry requirements
- A person who has obtained a certificate in a related field of Adonai College or another NQA accredited institution,
- Students holding international qualifications being offered or which were being offered by the college may apply to the academic board to be exempted from certain modules or examinations. Following an application to the academic board permission may be given to complete the programme in less than the required period provided that no students shall be allowed direct entry to the final part of the programme.
Career Prospects
After completing the Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, the learner will be able to be employed or undertake the following occupations in various productive sectors of the industry.
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CARRER PROSPECTS
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OCCUPATIONAL AREAS
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COURSE MODULES
FIELD: HEALTH SCIENCE AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Subfield: Preventive Health
| Module Title | Outcomes of Learning /Learning Outcomes |
| Occupational Health and Safety Management |
Demonstrate and apply relevant knowledge of preventative health practices and management of occupational health hazards and risks at the workplace based on (OHSAS 18001:2007) |
| Industrial Occupational Hygiene |
Demonstrate, apply and promote relevant good understanding of hygienic skills in occupational strands. |
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning |
Demonstrate knowledge of occupational hazards and environmental problems associated with refrigeration and air conditioning and propose safety measures. |
| Accident investigation, safety health and environmental auditing | Demonstrate, apply skills and carry out an in-depth accident investigation, safety, health and environmental auditing process at the workplace to eliminate unsafe work environment. |
| Fire Protection |
Employ broad practical knowledge and skills of fire protection and control in industries and natural environment. |
| Safety, Health and Environmental Law |
Interpret and implement legal and other requirements and procedures of Safety, Health and Environmental laws to determine conformity in industries |
| Occupational First Aid |
Demonstrate and apply knowledge and practical skills of first aid in the workplace to disaster victims in industries |
| Chemical Safety and Handling |
Employ broad practical knowledge and skills on safe handling of chemicals and guarantee workers health and safety and of environment |
| Risk and Quality Management Systems |
Integrate risk and quality management systems in industrial activities, products and services to minimise occupational hazards. |
| Disaster Management |
Develop and employ broad practical knowledge and skills in managing disasters during planning, prevention and preparedness in all levels of occupation to ensure better recovery after loss of life and property |
| Occupational Health and Safety Attachment | Demonstrate and apply theoretical knowledge of occupational health and safety and skills in solving industrial health and safety problems in the workplace. |
FIELD: COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND LANGUAGES
Subfield: Communication Skills
| Module Title | Outcomes of Learning /Learning Outcomes |
| Communication Skills |
Apply relevant skills of verbal and non-verbal communications across settings, purposes, audiences and practical skills necessary to work effectively in development work |
FIELD: HEALTH SCIENCE AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Subfield: Promotional Health
| Module Title | Outcomes of Learning /Learning Outcomes |
| HIV and AIDS Education |
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the management and promotion of HIV and AIDS awareness and prevention at the workplace. |
FIELD: PHYSICAL, MATHEMATICAL AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
Subfield: Information Communication and Computer Science
| Module | Outcomes of Learning /Learning Outcomes |
| Information Communication and Technology |
Demonstrate an awareness of the main components of ICT systems (input, outputs, storing, processing, communicating data) and awareness of practical software application programs used in business organisations. |
FIELD: BUSINESS, COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Subfield: Project Management
| Course Title | Learning Outcomes |
| Project Management |
Demonstrate and apply knowledge and skills in promoting health and safety of employees during the project implementation cycle. |
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