Health and Safety in Hospitality
6 ECTS
Health and Safety in Hospitality
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Module Description
This module covers Health and Safety aspects prevalent in hospitality environments.
Students will learn about how to handle incidents and accidents within the workplace and how to identify risks and hazards.
It will also cover the roles and responsibilities that exist within a hospitality organisation.
Entry Requirements
Candidates who apply for this course must possess:
- A qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject) and a pass in English Language* and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent).
In the case of students who do not possess all the formal required academic qualifications, then the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process could be applied such that if evidence of equivalent learning is found then the applicant could still be accepted on the course. Such RPL process will subject applicants to an interview held with a board of experts within the field, chosen specifically by IDEA College, so as to verify their experiences and prior learning.
Evidence may include:
- A detailed CV outlining relevant work experience and responsibilities.
- Employer reference letters outlining job role, duration, and key competencies.
- Related documentation demonstrating relevant skills (e.g. work portfolio).
IDEA College’s RPL Policy: https://mt.ideaeducation.com/app/uploads/2024/07/Doc_007_24-Recognition-of-Prior-Learning-Policy-and-Process.pdf
*Students whose first language is not English and do not possess an ‘O’ level pass in English Language will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent.
Target Audience
The programme targets the following groups:
- Individuals seeking to advance their academic and professional knowledge in the Tourism and Hospitality Management.
- Individuals wanting to pursue a wide range of career paths in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Career Paths
The potential positions for which this programme aims to prepare could be and are not limited to: –
- Travel consultant.
- Operations manager.
- Event organiser/planner/manager.
- Business Development executive.
- Hotel manager.
- Travel agency manager.
- Marketing executive.
- Tour operator.
How you’ll be assessed
The course comprises:
- Evening classes for part-time courses.
- Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses.
- Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.
- Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out via two mandatory components:
- Formative Assessment
- Summative Assessment
The programme includes different forms of assessment which allow for and promote students’ critical engagement. The formative and summative assessment tasks may include an in-class assignment and/or a home-based written assignment using diverse assessment tools which may take the form of online and in-class discussions, examinations, case studies, reports, proposals, essays, and presentations, etc., as applicable to the diverse modules.
Learning Outcomes
Competences:
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of Health and Safety regulations so as to comply with relevant duties and obligations.
- Identify which health and safety procedures are applicable and relevant to one’s particular working environment and role.
- Identify, manage, and control health and safety hazards within own capability and job responsibility.
- Take the necessary action with regard to work related accidents, or other injuries.
Knowledge
By the end of the module/unit, the students will be able to:
- Workplace accidents in the Hospitality Industry
- Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
- Workplace Health and Safety Regulations
- Health and Safety precautions
- Environmental Hygiene
Skills
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will have acquired the following skills:
- Recognise, examine, and deal with hazards, risks, and hazardous materials at the workplace, according to workplace regulations as applicable.
- Seek expert assistance when help is needed and falls out of own responsibility.
- Identify and follow first aid and other emergency procedures at the workplace.
- Classify emergency situations, take necessary action, and report immediately to superiors.
- Examine environmental hygiene concepts and identify environmental legal responsibilities.
- Evaluate, suggest, and implement agreed changes to improve health and safety processes at the work
Module-Specific Learner Skills
At the end of the module/unit, the learner will be able to:
- Keep abreast of policies, procedures, and work protocols related to Health and Safety.
Module-Specific Digital Skills and Competences
The learner will be able to:
- Navigate through the online learning platform to find, download, and upload assignments, discussion boards, literature, tutorials, etc.
- Ensure all payment types are processed as per company policy (e.g. cash, cheques, debit cards, etc.).
- Ensure that cash is accurately handled and receipts, refunds, and change are given to customers.