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KHE205Education2 Unitsintermediate

Accident Prevention And Safety Education

This course provides detailed information on safety and accident prevention in various settings, including schools, workplaces, and homes. It establishes the hazards of safety and the control measures to be taken. The course justifies the need for safety programmes and education, safety skills and techniques in schools and its environment. It explains safety education and safety programmes in schools and general safety skills and techniques in schools and the environment.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Safety EducationAccident PreventionEmergency CareHazard IdentificationRisk Management

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Safety Education

2

Accident Prevention

3

Hazard Identification

4

Emergency Care

5

Wound Management

6

Road Safety

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Safety Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Health Educator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Emergency Response Coordinator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Workplace Safety Inspector

Apply your skills in this growing field

School Safety Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationHealthcareManufacturingConstructionTransportation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to Safety and Accidents

6h

Unit 1: Meaning of Safety and Important of Safety and Safe Living

3 study hours
  • •Define safety and safe living.
  • •Discuss the importance of safety and safe living.
  • •Explain safety knowledge, practice, and attitude.
  • •Relate safety to everyday activities and environments.

Unit 2: Safety Education and Safety Education Programmes in Schools

3 study hours
  • •Define safety education and its goals.
  • •Discuss the importance and relevance of safety programmes in schools.
  • •Explain models for organizing safety in Nigeria.
  • •Analyze the role of schools in promoting safety awareness.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to Safety and Accidents

6h

Unit 3: Meaning, Types, and Classification of Accidents

3 study hours
  • •Define accident and its components.
  • •Explain the classification of accidents.
  • •Discuss types of accidents (motor vehicle, falls, drowning, etc.).
  • •Analyze accident scenarios and identify contributing factors.

Unit 4: Causes and Prevention of Accidents

3 study hours
  • •Explain risk factors related to accidents.
  • •Discuss Type I & II accident proneness.
  • •Describe behavioral models for accident prevention.
  • •Develop strategies for preventing common accidents.
Week
3

Module 2: Hazards and Safety Measures

4h

Unit 1: Meaning and types of Hazards, Description of Environmental, Industrial Home and School hazards

4 study hours
  • •Define and explain the types of hazards (biological, chemical, physical, ergonomic, etc.).
  • •Differentiate between hazard and risk.
  • •Identify hazards in environmental, industrial, home, and school settings.
  • •Conduct a hazard assessment for a specific environment.
Week
4

Module 2: Hazards and Safety Measures

4h

Unit 2: Industrial and Workshop Safety

4 study hours
  • •Define industrial and workshop safety.
  • •Discuss the objectives of industrial and workshop safety.
  • •Explain common industrial and workshop accidents and their effects.
  • •Identify safety methods and precautions in workshops.
Week
5

Module 2: Hazards and Safety Measures

4h

Unit 3: Community and School Environment Safety

4 study hours
  • •Define community and school environment safety.
  • •Explain the importance of school safety.
  • •Analyze school safety plans and general policies.
  • •Develop strategies for creating a safe school environment.
Week
6

Module 2: Hazards and Safety Measures

4h

Unit 4: Road Signs and Road Safety Precautions

4 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of road signs and their importance.
  • •Discuss the role of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Nigeria.
  • •Identify traffic offenses and road safety precautions.
  • •Analyze the impact of road safety measures on accident reduction.
Week
7

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Principles of Emergency Care

3 study hours
  • •Define emergency care (first aid).
  • •Differentiate between safety education and emergency care.
  • •Identify the principles of first aid treatment.
  • •Recognize conditions that require emergency care.
Week
8

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Basic Techniques of Emergency Care

3 study hours
  • •Define wound and explain how to care for it.
  • •Explain how to treat contusions, animal bites, and splinters.
  • •Discuss types of bandages and their functions.
  • •Apply basic wound care techniques.
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 3: Respiration Emergencies and Resuscitation

3 study hours
  • •Define respiration and explain its importance.
  • •Explain the procedures for artificial respiration.
  • •Demonstrate methods of artificial respiration (mouth-to-mouth, Holger Nielsen).
  • •Recognize respiratory emergencies and apply appropriate first aid.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4: Haemorrhage: Types, classes and causes

3 study hours
  • •Define haemorrhage and classify it according to types and classes.
  • •Discuss the causes and consequences of haemorrhage.
  • •Explain methods for controlling external and internal haemorrhage.
  • •Apply techniques for stopping bleeding and managing haemorrhagic shock.
Week
11

Module 4:

3h

Unit 1: Shock Types and Management of Shock

3 study hours
  • •Define shock and describe its types.
  • •Explain the causes, signs, and symptoms of different types of shock.
  • •Outline the management of different types of shock.
  • •Apply first aid techniques for managing shock.
Week
12

Module 4:

3h

Unit 2: Fractures, Dislocations, Sprain and Strains

3 study hours
  • •Define fracture, dislocation, sprain, and strain.
  • •Explain the causes of these injuries.
  • •Describe emergency care procedures for each condition.
  • •Apply immobilization techniques for fractures and dislocations.
Week
13

Module 4:

6h

Unit 3: Burns and Conditions due to Abnormal Temperature

3 study hours
  • •Define burns and scalds and identify their types.
  • •Explain the treatment and emergency care of burns.
  • •Describe emergency treatment for each type of burn.
  • •Differentiate between heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and heat cramps.

Unit4: Poisoning and Management

3 study hours
  • •Define poison and state its causes.
  • •Identify types of poison and their treatment.
  • •Describe prevention and control measures against poison.
  • •Apply first aid procedures for poisoning cases.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed notes summarizing key concepts from each unit, focusing on definitions, classifications, and procedures.

2

Practice applying first aid techniques through role-playing scenarios to build confidence and competence.

3

Review case studies related to accident prevention and emergency response to understand real-world applications.

4

Focus on understanding the differences between various types of injuries (fractures, sprains, burns) and their specific treatments.

5

Memorize key steps in emergency procedures (CPR, wound care) and prioritize them based on urgency.

6

Use flashcards to memorize road signs and traffic regulations, testing yourself regularly.

7

Create concept maps linking causes, symptoms, and treatments for common medical emergencies (shock, poisoning).

8

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback provided by tutors to identify areas for improvement.

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