Program Overview

Introduction to the Health & Safety: Legislative Context Module

The Health & Safety: Legislative Context module, coded as CH5022, is a professional and flexible online course offered by the University of Limerick. This 6-week module is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Irish occupational health and safety law, enabling them to interpret legislation, identify sector-specific duties and responsibilities, and find reliable sources to stay informed.

Programme Content

During this module, participants will:

• Understand how Irish workplace health and safety laws work across sectors like manufacturing, construction, pharma, and food.
• Learn about the main laws, including acts, regulations, codes of practice, and guidance documents.
• Explore how these laws apply in the workplace and what they mean for employers and staff.
• Build the skills to find and use reliable legal sources to support compliance.

Key Information

• The module is delivered online over 6 weeks.
• Assessment is based on continuous skill-based assignments, with no final exam.
• Designed for working professionals, the course includes evening or recorded lectures, with additional preparation and group work time.

Entry Requirements

To be successful on this course, applicants should:

• Hold a bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2).
• Have at least 3 years of relevant industrial work experience.
• If applicants have a lower result or an unrelated qualification, they may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can provide evidence of significant experience working in the health and safety sector.

Guidelines for Applications

• When applying, include the Module Code CH5022.
• Confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can participate in the course and its assessments.
• Completion of this module does not guarantee a place in a full programme.

Fees

• EU & Non-EU: €1,250
• Further information on fees and payment is available from the Student Fees Office.

Graduate Profile

This micro-credential can lead to careers in:

• Health and safety roles across sectors such as construction, manufacturing, food production, and pharmaceuticals.
• Regulatory and compliance positions in industry or government.
• Environmental health and safety (EHS) advisor or coordinator roles.
• Further study towards professional diplomas or postgraduate programmes in occupational health and safety.