Programme Aims and Objectives
The Professional Diploma in Applied Occupational Safety and Health (PDAOSH) Programme is designed for those who are interested in acquiring professional knowledge in occupational safety and health (OSH). OSH is vital to the sustainability and success of modern enterprises. The law requires employers to provide safe working conditions through implementation of appropriate measures. This programme is most relevant to those who want to develop their career in occupational safety and health. At the same time, it is also useful for all professionals, including architects, engineers, managers, etc, who are interested in furthering safety and health practices in the design or operation of their enterprises. The PDAOSH provides well-structured and practical training which is unique in Hong Kong. Graduates of the programme will fulfil the training requirements for Registered Safety Officers under the Factories and Industrial Undertakings (Safety Officers and Safety Supervisors) Regulations. At the same time, it is also useful for all professionals, including architects, engineers, managers, etc., who are interested in furthering safety and health practices in the design or operation of their enterprises.

Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to:
1. Comprehend the technical skills required for implementing effective OSH measures in the workplaces.
2. Investigate, identify and analyze problems in the workplaces based on their understanding of the concepts and principles in occupational safety and health.
3. Formulate work plan and advice to the stakeholders on the OSH preventive measures that should be implemented.

Recognition
Labour Department, HKSAR Government
Holders of PDAOSH with relevant experience of not less than 2 years, including 1 year of post qualification experience; or holders of PDAOSH and a degree in Science or Engineering with not less than 1 year relevant experience will meet the requirements for registration as a Safety Officer.

Qualifications Framework
This programme is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF) and has been listed in the Qualifications Register (QR) by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ).
QF Level : 4
QR Registration No. : 15/002489/L4
Validity Period : 1 March 2016 to 30 September 2026

Qualifications Register website: http://www.hkqr.gov.hk

Continuing Education Fund
For Continuing Education Fund application procedures and the application forms, please visit the website : www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef or call government’s 24-hour enquiry hotline : 3142 2277.

This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. This course is recognised
under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4).