Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is one of the core functions of Human Resources. OHS focuses on health (e.g., mental health, work-family balance) and safety (e.g., injuries, accidents) of workers. It also covers the roles of legislative bodies, employers, and employees in creating and maintaining healthy and safe work environments.

This course examines the critical aspects of health and safety management within organizations. It provides a brief overview of the relevant legislation and focuses upon prevention, causes, detection, intervention, reintegration, incident investigation, and health development. Physical and psychological aspects of health and safety are examined.