Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness Capstone - Fall 2022
General
- Graduate; Capstone
- 50 learners; teams of 5
- 60 hours per learner
- Dates set by experience
- Learners self-assign
Preferred companies
- 3/4 project matches
- Canada
- Academic experience
- Any
- Any
Categories
Project timeline
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November 3, 2022Experience start
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November 23, 2022Consulting (Client) Proposal (due at the end of the First Semester)
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January 4, 2023Project deliverables implementation
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March 21, 2023Capstone Report and Deliverables: Week 12 (Second Semester)
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March 28, 2023Dry-run Presentation to Faculty: Week 13 (Second Semester)
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April 5, 2023Final Presentation to Client
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April 22, 2023Experience end
Timeline
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November 3, 2022Experience start
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November 23, 2022Consulting (Client) Proposal (due at the end of the First Semester)
Presentation proposal submission
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January 4, 2023Project deliverables implementation
Jan- March : Project deliverables implementation
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March 21, 2023Capstone Report and Deliverables: Week 12 (Second Semester)
Capstone report and deliverables due.
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March 28, 2023Dry-run Presentation to Faculty: Week 13 (Second Semester)
Students present findings to Faculty.
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April 5, 2023Final Presentation to Client
To be arranged after dry-run and when formally approved by faculty.
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April 12, 2023Client Assessment Due
Client Assessment Due
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April 22, 2023Experience end
Overview
- Details
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In today's work environment, a balance of work and personal wellness is critical from both the personal and organizational perspective. The Occupational Health, Safety, and Wellness (OHSW) graduate program provides a focused body of knowledge and skills for individuals interested in developing and building their knowledge and skills in occupational health, safety, and wellness.
In teams of 4-5, students from Conestoga College will connect with your organization with the purpose of performing a Health and Safety related consulting assignment or primary research project. The scope and nature of the project can vary widely but it should be related to the highest level critical thinking outcomes listed in the student's course outlines (critical analysis, assess pros and cons, develop a new program or process).
- Learner skills
- Project planning, Communication, Data analysis, Program & policy development, Health & safety assessments
- Deliverables
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Report and Presentation: Students will submit a detailed report (10-12 pages) and present on the outcomes of the project and recommendations. This may include an updated policy document, the outline for a new training program, or other deliverables as agreed upon.
Project Examples
Project examples include but are not limited to:
- Conduct a H&S Audit of current procedures and practices for legal compliance
- Assess the design, operation of one aspect of the EHS function, recommend changes
- Design and deliver a H&S training program (WHMIS, Ergonomics, Due Diligence, etc.)
- Conduct a hazard analysis/ risk assessment and recommend controls to mitigate risk
- Develop an Emergency Response Plan
- Implement a Corporate Wellness Initiative
Additional company criteria
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
Be available to attend kick-off session and final presentation with the students.
Assessment/grading of final report and presentation.
Provide a dedicated contact who is available to answer periodic emails or phone calls over the duration of the project to address students' questions.
Be available for a quick phone call with the instructor to initiate your relationship and confirm your scope is an appropriate fit for the course.