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OHS 709

Fire and Radiation Safety

Building on courses that provided an understanding of the nature of fire, explosions and methods of evaluation, this course begins with an analysis of prevention and protection strategies. The Fire, Building, Electrical, Propane and Gasoline Handling Codes are examined. The elements of a fire safety management program are set out. Ionizing and non-ionizing radiation are covered, with attention given to regulations governing radiation sources. The role of a Radiation Safety Officer is discussed.
Weekly Contact: Lecture: 3 hrs.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1

Prerequisites

OHS 314

Co-Requisites

None

Antirequisites

None

Custom Requisites

None

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