Occupational Health and Safety: An Introductory Workbook

Occupational Health and Safety: An Introductory Workbook is designed for ESL learners who are preparing to enter the Australian workplace for the first time. It will be particularly useful for intermediate level students, those studying in Certificate in Spoken and Written English III courses and those preparing for practical field placements. The book aims to both increase awareness of health and safety issues at work and to develop relevant language skills. Students are encouraged to draw on their own knowledge and previous work experience whilst familiarising themselves with specific OH&S information relating to the Australian workplace.

Topics include:

• manual handling
• noise
• hazardous substances
• safety signs
• notices and emergency procedure.

The exercises and activities in Occupational Health and Safety: An Introductory Workbook provide practice in all language skills. Simple and clear instructions and answers make this material ideal for flexible, self-paced learning, as well as classroom work. An answer key is included.

Suitable for ESL learners preparing to enter the workplace for the first time
Level: CSWE III and up, CGEA 2 and up

Writer: Robyn Edwards