HSN010 - Food and Nutrition Laboratory Safety
Unit details
| Year | 2026 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Online |
| Credit point(s): | 0 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.000 |
| Unit Chair: | Trimester 1: Dorian Watts Trimester 2: Dorian Watts |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Must be enrolled concurrently in any of units: HSN104, HSN106, HSN204, HSN206, HSN223, HSN305, HSN315, HSN320 |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Educator-facilitated (scheduled) learning activities - online unit enrolment: | One compulsory one hour safety training session undertaken online. This unit will run in the one week prior to the commencement of Week one of each trimester. |
Content
This unit will give you a basic understanding on principles of safety within the food and nutrition science environment, which will prepare you for your laboratory classes and fieldwork.
Safety induction training is a legal requirement for workplaces in Australia. In addition, an awareness and understanding of safety issues and safe work practices will help you in your future employment.
Learning outcomes
| ULO | These are the Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: | Alignment to Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs) |
|---|---|---|
| ULO1 | Understand basic safety principles. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO2 | Minimise risk within a practical laboratory setting whilst working on your own or within groups. | GLO4: Critical thinking |
Assessment
| Assessment description | Student output | Grading and weighting (% total mark for unit) | Indicative due week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1: Online safety training module | 100% |
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The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
Hurdle requirement
- Successful completion of quiz questions
Learning resource
There is no prescribed text. Unit materials are provided via the unit site. This includes unit topic readings and references to further information.
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
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