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Professional Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health
職業安全及健康專業文憑

Certificate & Diploma Programme Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable ProgrammeCEF Course Code: 41F153278
12 months part-time
Qualifications Framework Level:4
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Commencement : November 2024 (When over-subscribed, applications will be considered for March 2025 intake)
Application Deadline : 5 October 2024
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Cantonese supplemented with English

Programme Features

The programme is designed to provide high quality training for practitioners who desire to reinforce occupational safety and health knowledge and skills, and those who intend to pursue a qualification as registered Safety Officers with the Labour Department, HKSAR. It covers topics in key areas of occupational safety and health legislations, safety technology, common hazards and relevant control measures, principles of safety management and applications, safety inspection skills, accident investigation, and training.

Registered Safety Officer

 

The programme has been recognized by the Labour Department HKSAR as a Scheduled Qualification for registration as Safety Officer under the Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Safety Officers and Safety Supervisors) Regulations. Graduates of this programme with relevant work experience are eligible to apply for registration as 'Registered Safety Officer' in Hong Kong.

 

Technical Member (TechIOSH)

 

Upon successful completion of this programme plus one year’s relevant experience, graduates are eligible to apply for the Technical Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH).

This programme consists of six courses, totaling 210 hours.

 

 

Subject Code Course Title Hours*
OSH3100

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course

CEF Course Code: 41Z153289

Whilst introducing the legal system in Hong Kong and exploring both the interpretation and application of its relevant ordinances, this course covers the essential legislations that govern the occupational safety and health practice in Hong Kong, which includes the Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance, the Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance and their subsidiary legislation. Emphasis will be placed on understanding of the regulations in a broader perspective. The minimum legal requirements of an effective safety management system for an organisation will also be highlighted.

 

Course Content :

  1. Legal System in Hong Kong;
  2. Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance (Cap 59);
  3. Factories and Industrial Undertakings Regulations (Cap 59A);
  4. Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance (Cap 509);
  5. Occupational Safety and Health Regulation (Cap 509A);
  6. Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations (Cap 59I);
  7. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Safety Officers & Safety Supervisors) Regulations (Cap 59Z);
  8. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Spraying of Flammable Liquids) Regulations (Cap 59N);
  9. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Cartridge-operated Fixing Tools) Regulations (Cap 59R);
  10. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Protection of Eyes) Regulations (Cap 59S);
  11. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Lifting Appliances & Lifting Gear) Regulations (Cap 59J);
  12. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Load shifting Machinery) Regulation (Cap
    59AG); and
  13. Factories & Industrial Undertakings (Suspended Working Platforms) Regulation

    (Cap 59AC).

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OSH3200

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course

CEF Course Code: 41Z153297

Hazards are inherent to almost all work related activities which cover different scopes of  the  workplace,  and  thus,  giving  the  concept  of  hazard  identification  and  risk reduction essential.  This course aims to equip students with knowledge of common hazards in workplaces and the relevant control measures.   Based on the legal requirements, risk levels and prevalence in Hong Kong, specific hazardous areas are selected and addressed in this course and ‘Occupational Safety II’.  Case studies of common safety problems, legislations governing the problems and preventive measures are also explored.

 

Course Content :

  1. Working at Height;
  2. Confined Space;
  3. Excavation Safety;
  4. Abrasive Wheel;
  5. Guarding and Operation of Machinery;
  6. Woodworking Machinery; and
  7. Protection against Falling Object.
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OSH3300

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course

CEF Course Code: 41Z153300

Occupational Safety pertains to almost all undertakings in the workplace. Coupled with “Occupational Safety I”, this course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding on various typical hazards found in workplaces and the relevant control measures.  Based on the legal requirements, risk levels and prevalence in Hong Kong, specific topics of common hazards in workplace are selected and discussed in this course. Case studies of common safety problems, legislations governing the problems and preventive measures are also explored.

 

Course Content :

  1. Fire;
  2. Fire Safety for Building;
  3. Electricity;
  4. Welding and Cutting;
  5. Lifting Operations; and
  6. Piling and Associated Works.
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OSH3400

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course

CEF Course Code: 41Z153319

Occupational safety and health issues are usually intrigued with a wide range of factors, which involve not only the physical condition of the workplace, but also the management procedures, guidelines, policies, and human behaviours. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles of safety management, the legal framework governing the safety management system of the workplace, and the common occupational safety management systems adopted in Hong Kong. Acquiring these essential concepts and techniques, students would be able to develop an effective occupational safety and health management system.

 

Course Content :

  1. Legislation Applicable to Safety Management;
  2. Legal Framework on Occupational Safety and Health Management System, Safety Audit and Safety Review;
  3. Principles of Safety Management;
  4. Occupational safety and health management systems;
  5. Concept of Loss Control and Risk Management; and
  6. Key elements in a safety management system.
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OSH3500

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course

CEF Course Code: 41Z153327

Occupational health is the promotion and maintenance of the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being of employees in all occupations in order to prevent risks. Covering the topics of physical, chemical and biological hazards, occupational disease, occupational health monitoring equipment, and personal protective equipment, this course aims to provide a broad knowledge of occupational health and hygiene. There will be ample opportunities for experience sharing of effective control measures to eliminate different occupational health hazards.

 

Course Content :

  1. Introduction to Occupational Health and Hygiene;
  2. Biological Hazards;
  3. Toxicology and Chemical Hazards;
  4. Evaluation and Monitoring of Airborne Hazards;
  5. Physical Hazards;
  6. Control of Workplace Hazards;
  7. Noise Assessment and Control;
  8. Manual Handling Operation; and
  9. Display Screen Equipment.
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OSH3600

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course

CEF Course Code: 41Z153335

Safety Officers play a significant role in ensuring the occupational safety and health performance of an organization in a number of proactive measures such as safety inspection, safety trainings, safety audits and safety plans. The statutory duties in their course of work can be effectively performed should the Safety Officers possess a solid foundation on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. This course equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively discharge their duties as registered Safety Officers.

 

Course Content :

  1. Accident investigation and reporting;
  2. Court attendance;
  3. Safety inspection and reporting;
  4. Safety training technique;
  5. Safety audit; and
  6. Development of Safety Plan.
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210

*included 2 examination hours in each course

Students who have obtained a passing grade and satisfied the attendance requirement in each course will be awarded the Professional Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health.

Application Fee: HK$150 (non-refundable)
Tuition Fee: HK$24,660 (by three instalments)

Classes will be held on weekday evenings (normally two classes per week) at Hong Kong Baptist University Kowloon Tong campus.

  1. Level 2 in five HKDSE subjects including English and Chinese (and up to two APL subjects) or equivalent; OR
  2. Successful completion of Diploma Yi Jin; OR
  3. Holder of a relevant school of Continuing Education (SCE) Diploma or Certificate or equivalent; OR
  4. Aged 21 or above, preferably with three years relevant work experience.

Applicants may submit application through (A) online system, or (B) hard-copy submission by mail or in-person.

 

(A) Application through online system

  1. Enter SCE Online Application System and fill in required data.
  2. Upload files of the following documents onto the system:
    1. proof for relevant academic qualifications and professional qualifications, e.g. certificate of public examinations (application for exemption should be submitted with supporting documents which include transcript/result slip, certificate and course syllabus);
    2. proof for relevant work experience (if any);
    3. any pertinent supporting documents; and
    4. a recent photograph (1.5” x 2”).
  3. Make payment for the application fee for admission, and handling fee for exemption (HK$200 per course if applicable) through the Online Payment Gateway.

(B) Application through hard-copy submission

  1. Download and complete Application for Admission form (SCE-AF-002)
  2. Attach PHOTOCOPIES of the following documents:
    1. HKID card;
    2. proof for relevant academic qualifications and professional qualifications, e.g. certificate of public examinations (application for exemption should be submitted with supporting documents which include transcript/result slip, certificate and course syllabus);
    3. proof for relevant work experience (if any);
    4. any pertinent supporting documents.
  3. Attach one recent photographs (1.5” x 2”).
  4. Make payment for the application fee for admission, and handling fee for exemption (HK$200 per course if applicable), in the form of a crossed cheque made payable to “Hong Kong Baptist University” with applicant’s name, contact number and programme name written at the back. Applicants who submit application in-person may make payment with cash or EPS.
  5. Complete set of application should be submitted either by-mail or in-person at the following address(es).

 

By-Mail

School of Continuing Education

Hong Kong Baptist University

2/F, Franki Centre, 320 Junction Road, Kowloon Tong

(Please mark the title of the programme applied on the envelope. )  

In-Person

DLB Office (Kowloon Tong Campus Centre)

4/F, David C. Lam Building, Shaw Campus, Hong Kong Baptist University
34 Renfrew Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon

 

Wan Chai Learning Centre Office

26/F, Wu Chung House, 213 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

 

Counter Service Hours:

Mon-Fri: 9:00 am-8:00 pm

Sat: 9:00 am-4:00 pm

(Closed on Sun, Public Holidays and School Holidays)


Town Learning Centre Office

6/F, 8 Hart Venue, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon

 

Kowloon East Learning Centre Office

7/F, Millennium City 3, 370 Kwun Tong Road, Kowloon

 

Counter Service Hours:

Mon-Fri: 12:00 pm-8:00 pm

Sat: 12:00 pm-4:00 pm

(Closed on Sun, Public Holidays and School Holidays)  

 

  • Applicants will be requested to present the HKID card and original copies of all credentials for verification. Those who submit application in-person may bring along the HKID card and original credentials for verification.
  • All fees paid are non-refundable.
  • All documents submitted together with the application form will not be returned to applicants.  For unsuccessful applications, the documents and forms will be destroyed and the electronic files will be deleted.
  • Notes to non-local applicants – Part-time certificate/diploma programmes are generally not considered by the Immigration Department for visa purposes. For a non-permanent Hong Kong resident, it is his/her responsibility to check whether he/she can take the programme before making application.

Students can apply for Credit Transfer/Exemption under the following conditions:

  1. Credit Transfer will be considered if students have completed (or are currently studying) the required courses offered by the School prior to admission to the programme. Courses concerned will be automatically transferred to the programme and supporting documents are not required.
  2. Exemption will be considered if students possess a demonstrated competence (e.g. passed relevant courses in public examinations or other institutes) equivalent to the learning outcomes of the course to be studied. Supporting documents such as course syllabuses, transcripts or certificates should be submitted.

The above request(s) should be submitted when applying for admission. Late application will not be considered. Courses that are being studied or pending for result/certificate should also be reported at the time of admission, followed by the submission of supporting documents for approval upon release of result/issuance of certificate.

Credit Transfer/Exemption will not be granted if such qualifications have not been reported during admission or if they are obtained after registration in the programme.

Remarks for Credit Transfer/Exemption are shown as below:

 

Course Remark Code Description
EX Course Exempted
TC Credit Transferred

Limitations for Credit Transfer/Exemption

For all Programmes of Levels 1 to 2, the maximum exemption and credit transfer is limited to half of the total number of programme hours. For all Programmes of Level 3 or above, the maximum exemption is limited to one quarter of the total number of programme hours, while the sum of exemption and credit transfer is still limited to half of the total number of programme hours. In the case that the number of hours of exempted and/or transferred credit course(s) (including the course(s) being studied) has exceeded the maximum allowance, students should submit explanations and approval will be granted at the School’s discretion.

 

Example 1 The Certificate in Spanish (Introductory) (Level 1 programme) requires student to complete four courses (120 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 60 hours.
Example 2 The Certificate in Jewellery Design & Production (Level 2 programme) requires student to complete six courses (180 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 90 hours.
Example 3 The Certificate in Marketing Studies (Level 3 programme) requires student to complete six courses (180 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 90 hours in total while the Exemption should not exceed 45 hours.
Example 4 The Advanced Diploma in Accounting (Level 4 programme) requires student to complete 16 courses (480 hours in total). Application for Credit Transfer and Exemption should not exceed 240 hours in total while the Exemption should not exceed 120 hours.

Applicants may refer to the Exemption List for reference.

Date

26 September 2024 (Thursday)

Time

7:00pm

Register

Please register "HERE" .

Speaker

Dr Keith Lai

Academic Coordinator

 

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Programme / Course This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. This course/ The mother course (Professional Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health) of the modules is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4).


The above information is for reference only. The School reserves the right to make alterations or to cancel any class/programme without prior notice.


Programmes offered by the School of Continuing Education (leading to HKBU awards or SCE awards, or collaborative programmes) are conducted at various teaching venues, including Kowloon Tong and Shek Mun (Shatin) Campuses and Learning Centres in Tsimshatsui, Kowloon East, and Wan Chai. These venues are well-equipped to support students’ studies. While most of the classes are held at either the Kowloon Tong Campus or the Shek Mun Campus, depending on the School’s development, students may be assigned to take classes at other venues during their study period.