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SHM 371 - Emergency Planning and Preparedness


Description:
It introduces students to: workplace hazards associated with natural and man-made disasters; the countermeasures to minimize its effects; required coordination between various government agencies; business continuity planning, and the role of emergency/disaster planning and preparedness in a workplace safety program.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: SHM 301.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate their ability to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and develop control strategies to the various hazards associated with natural and man-made disasters. (ABET-3; SHM-J).
  • Identify and describe the role of federal and state agencies in emergency response situations.
  • Demonstrate their ability to develop a comprehensive emergency management plan.
Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/21/2012



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