Health, Safety, and Well-being at Work
Social Education · 5th Year · Transition to Adult and Working Life · 3.º Período

Health, Safety, and Well-being at Work

Students examine health and safety regulations in the workplace and the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being. They learn how to identify hazards and report accidents.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLCA Social Education, Module 3, Unit 3, LO 1LCA Social Education, Module 3, Unit 3, LO 4

About This Topic

Students examine health and safety regulations in the workplace and the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being. They learn how to identify hazards and report accidents.

Key Questions

  1. What are the main health and safety hazards in a typical workplace?
  2. What should you do if you witness an accident at work?
  3. How can you maintain a healthy work-life balance?

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