Workplace Safety & Prevention
Overview
Occupational Health & Safety professionals work in every business and every industry creating safe work environments.
Many industries, ranging from construction and manufacturing to energy and health care are seeking specially trained workers to promote and enforce health and safety legislation and to ensure safe and healthy work environments.
Students can expect to become competent in understanding and applying health and safety skills like risk management, accident prevention and investigation, safety audits, work refusals, and safety management systems and much more.
Program curriculum guides students through scenario-based learning as well as fosters safety communication skills that are necessary in workplaces today.
Graduates will be comfortable entering the workforce and working to enhance strong safety cultures of companies and organizations across both public and private companies.
A Collaborative Approach
This program is delivered in partnership with Seneca and Cambrian Colleges. Students are taught by faculty from all three colleges and study alongside students from Cambrian, Seneca, and Lambton Colleges.
Core curriculum is shared by all three institutions which means a significant number of core courses will be delivered remotely through online platforms. Students are expected to have a device that is compatible with virtual classroom software and are expected to engage in live lectures.
Admission Requirements
O.S.S.D. or equivalent with:
- Grade 12 English C or U
- Grade 11 or 12 Biology C or U
-or-
Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry C or U
(both recommended, only one required)
Mature Student Assessment for this program is available in the subject of English for the purpose of demonstrating proficiency in this required admission subject. For all other admission requirements, applicants must complete the required course(s) as listed above. For more information, please contact counselling@lambtoncollege.ca. Review the Mature Student Admission process.
Academic admission requirements can be obtained through Academic Upgrading and the Pre-Technology & Trades (PTEC) program at Lambton College.
of surveyed Occupations Health & Safety professionals had high levels of satisfaction with their careers. ~according to Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals
Professional Accreditation
Graduates of this program meet the requirements set out by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) and are qualified to write the Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) examination to earn the CRST designations.
Upon completion of additional relevant occupational health and safety experience, graduates are able to apply for the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (CRSP) certification.
Costs
- Year 1 $4,780.94
- Year 2 $4,675.28
Please Note: These fees apply to the 2026-2027 academic year and are subject to change. Fees do not include books (unless specifically noted), supplies or living costs.
Additional Fees
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Lab Coat$40.00
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Safety Shoes$150.00
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Safety Glasses$10.00
Technology Requirements
In order to keep pace with the requirements of each and every course in your program, Lambton College requires that each student have access to a laptop while studying at our college.
Labs & Equipment
Chemistry Lab
Laboratory exercises complement theoretical concepts and develop good, safe, laboratory practices through hands-on activities and chemical experimentation.
State-of-the-art Equipment
Students utilize Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology equipment aimed at teaching students how to measure noise and test for air pollutants.
Courses
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Applied Science, Engineering Technology & Trades
Program Information
After Graduation
Employment Opportunities
Graduates will be able to conduct risk assessments and hygiene tests to prevent hazards and harm to workers, property, the environment, and the general public. These graduates may find employment in a variety of industry sectors such as, safety inspection, auditing, risk management, emergency management, environmental management, and human resources management roles.
Pathways
Build on your education and complete a college diploma or university degree in Ontario, Canada, or abroad
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Co-op
About Co-op
Students in this program have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience by applying classroom learning during co-op experiences.
Learn more about co-op terms and the roles and responsibilities of students and co-op advisors.
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Technology Requirements
It is recommended that you use a Windows laptop for your coursework. While other devices like MacBooks or Chromebooks might work for some tasks, they may not support all the software required for your program. If you're unsure, check with your professors before buying.
Internet Speed Requirements
To get the best experience while learning online, we recommend having an internet connection with at least 40 Mbps download speed and 10 Mbps upload speed. This will help you use video calls, attend online lectures, and access other learning tools smoothly.
Because students live in many different areas, we can't suggest a specific internet provider. You'll need to check with local companies to find one that works best for you.
Laptop Requirements
In order to access the internet and virtually-delivered software and courseware, student laptops should include the following at a minimum. By meeting the following specifications, students will be equipped to access software and courseware on their laptop through the internet:
- Intel i5 8th Gen Processor or equivalent
- 8GB of RAM
- 100 GB HDD or more
- Webcam with a microphone
- Wi-Fi capable (802.11n/ac 5GHz)
- Windows 11 operating system
Mobile Device
Students will require a mobile device (smartphone) for:
- Accessing your digital student ID
- Using campus applications and services
Software
To ensure students are getting the most our of their classroom experience, some software will be required.
Lambton College has made this software easily accessible online. Students can leverage our Microsoft Office 365 software packages and services. In addition, much of the software you require for your courses will be available on demand for use on any device - on or off campus.