CONMGNT 1004 - Construction Safety
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CONMGNT 1004 Course Construction Safety Coordinating Unit Civil Engineering Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Ms Chamitha Wijewickrama
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. To articulate the importance of safety on the construction site.
2. Be aware of operating life cycle of infrastructure and its safe delivery, from safety in design through to operation.
3. To be able to interpret legislation including: the safety act and regulations, codes of practice, roles and responsibilities.
4. To understand the role of safety systems.
5. To identify hazards, assess risks and apply controls for construction site scenarios
6. To complete a Risk Assessment and Safe Work Method Statement for a construction site scenario.
7. Develop communication skills to improve the practice of safety
8. Complete the White Card training.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-5 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1-5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1-7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1.3,5,7 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
4,7 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
4 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
3,4,6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
NoneRecommended Resources
Introduction to Infrastructure: An Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering by Michael Penn and Philip Parker, Wylie
Engineering by Natasha McCarty, Oneworld, Oxford
Construction Safety, Rita Yi Man. Li and Sun Wah Poon, 2013, Springer
Safety and Health for Engineers, 3rd Edition, Roger L. Brauer, 2016, Wiley
Online Learning
Additional resources for Workshop Sessions, Research Project and Assessment will be provided on MyUni. Students are expected to regularly check on MyUni for course announcements and utilise the Discussion Board for additional contact. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course will extensively use face-to-face interactive Workshop Sessions and Workshop Group Work. In addition, an Individual Research Project and Laboratory work will be utilised along with a planned site visit if possible. The students are also expected to undertake external White Card Training.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Workshop Projects and Assignments of varying size will be undertaken individually and in groups throughout the intensive course. White Card training will need to be completed before the end of Week 13.Learning Activities Summary
Workshops will be offered on the following topics:
Why Manage Health and Safety
HSW Legislation and Regulations
HSW Systems
Code of Practice for Construction Safety
Various Aspects of Construction Safety
Hazard Assessment and Risk Control
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Workshops (Online Quizzes, Short Answers and Assignments) 40% Participation in Workshops and Sessions 5% Research Project – Video Communication (Hurdle) 20% Site visit 10% HIRAC Risk Assessment and Safe Work Method Statement 20% White Card (Hurdle) 5%
Assessment Related Requirements
It is required that students attend the scheduled sessions. Students who miss a session due to illness should provide a medical certificate. Assessment tasks will be submitted electronically via MyUni.
This course has hurdle requirements.
Meeting the specified hurdle criteria is a requirement for passing the course. When this requirement is not met, the student will be given the possibility to resubmit the insufficient reports: however, a maximum mark equal to 50% will be given for the subject.Assessment Detail
Assessment TaskDescription Workshops (Online Quizzes, Short Answers and Assignments) Actively engage in online quizzes, short answers and assignments throughout the course. Participation in Workshops and Sessions Attendance to the scheduled sessions is compulsory. Research Project – Video Communication (Hurdle) Produce a 10-15-minute video giving a toolbox talk to your work colleagues about the upcoming job that your company has won to replace the pumps in the sewer pump station. Site visit There will be a site visit to various Sarah Construction sites around the University to identify safety controls. HIRAC Risk Assessment and Safe Work Method Statement Undertaking a risk assessment and developing a SWMS for high-risk construction work. White Card (Hurdle) Students will be required to obtain a Construction Induction Card called a White Card as part of the course.
Submission
Submission Format
All submissions for the course will be electronic through the assignment feature in MyUni.
Deadlines
A penalty of 10% per 24 hours (or part thereof) will apply for late submissions. A late submission will only be allowed when a deferred deadline has been approved by the course coordinator prior to the due date.
Extension requests on medical, compassionate or extenuating grounds must be requested in line with the Modified Arrangement for Coursework Assessment Policy (MACA Policy) using the associated form with appropriate documentation attached. Any requests for extensions must be communicated by email.
Students eligible for special consideration (e.g. elite athletes, students with access plans) are requested to advise the course coordinator as early as possible where alternate arrangements will be required.
Academic Integrity Policy
The Academic Integrity Policy applies to all students, and students are advised to be familiar with the policy. Software (e.g. Turnitin) may be used to verify the originality of submissions.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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