Personnel Safety and Social Responsibility

Course ID:  B76021NB

Credits: 2

Objective:

Public safety, industrial safety, and emergency response systems became hot topics in the late twentieth century. Unfortunately, after many painful lessons and tests, most of these topics are still in the discussion and wait-and-see stage and have not been fully implemented. As an engineer, not only does the working environment and nature of the work force one's own safety to face challenges at any time, but one also has the due responsibility for the safety of public life and property and the maintenance of environmental quality. This course is offered in accordance with the requirements of the 1995 Amendment to the 1978 International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), with a total duration of 16 hours. In addition to complying with the requirements of the Convention, this course is also expected to help students develop the functions and concepts they need to maintain personal safety and fulfill social responsibilities at work.

Course Prerequisites: None

Outline:

1. Emergency deployment and personal safety 

2. Escape routes, internal communications and alarm systems 

3. Types of emergencies, causes, and prevention 

4. Safe operations 

5. Protective devices to prevent potential hazards 

6. Entering enclosed cabins 

7. Occupational health and international regulations to prevent accidents 

8. Environmental pollution and its prevention 

9. Marine environment protection procedures 

10. Communication on board and common maritime terms 

11. Interpersonal relationships 

12. Employment conditions, rights and obligations

Teaching Method: Classroom explanations and video assistance

Reference: 個人安全與社會責任, ISBN：104087464

 Evaluation: 

1. Midterm exam 40% 

2. Final exam 45% 

3. Homework or class exams and class participation 15%