Course Syllabus

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Course Syllabus
Structured Public Version

PTAC 1408-50

Safety, Health, and Environment
Instructor
Whitewood, Justin
Term
Fall 2026
Department
BAIT
Workflow Status
Published

Honor Code

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MODE OF INSTRUCTION

MODE OF INSTRUCTION

Available mode of instruction: Hybrid

Course Information

Course Information
DescriptionAn overview of safety, health, and environmental issues in the performance of all job tasks.
Required TextbooksTextbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Safety, Health and Environment , Second Edition NAPTA Publisher-Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-557249-8 ISBN-10: 0-13-557249-5
Additional Materials/ResourcesNone.
Corequisites/PrerequisitesN.A.
Learning OutcomesCourse Learning Outcomes Based on Program Student Learning Outcomes Course: PTAC1408-Safety, Health, and Environment I Program: Process Technology Program Assessment Manager: Powell Date: 8-16-2011 PSLO Course Outcomes 1. Uses technology to access operator-specific documentation and training. PSLO Course Outcomes 2. Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards. 1. Students will be able to identify different types of safety equipment. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion, and demonstration . PSLO Course Outcomes 3. Identify and adjust controls to meet requirements for safe and effective operation. PSLO Course Outcomes 4. Implements standard safety procedures as required in industry. 2. Students will be able to describe the role of a process technician in relation to safety, health, and environment. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters, class discussion and embedded questions. 3. Students will be able to describe components of a typical plant safety, health, and environment program. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion and embedded questions. 4. Students will be able to list safety, health, and environment equipment used. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion and embedded questions. 5. Students will be able to demonstrate safety procedures used during cleaning out, isolation and repair of process equipment. Measures: Written exams over textbook chapters; class discussion and hands on isolation of equipment. PSLO Course Outcomes 5. ALPHA: Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. 6. Students will be able to identify all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material. Demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. Measures: Embedded test questions; pre/post test.
Program Student Learning OutcomesPSLOs: 1. Use technology to access operator-specific documentation and training. 2. Identify specific equipment and operating parameters to meet industry standards. 3. Describe the principles of quality control. 4. Diagram the process control elements in a control loop. 5. Identify basic processes, equipment, and systems to meet industry standards. 6. Implement standard safety procedures as required in industry.
Lecture Topics Outline 
TENTATIVE LECTURE SCHEDULE
PTAC  1408 Safety, Health and Environment
Lecture Topics
 
                        Week 1           Introduction to class.
                                                Chapter 1-Introduction to Safety, Health and Environment
 
                        Week 2           Chapter 2-Types of Hazards and their Effects
                                               
                                     
                        Week 3           Chapter 3-Recognizing Chemical Hazards
                                               Chapter 4-Recognizing Biological Hazards  
 
                        Week 4           Chapter 5-Equipment and Energy Hazards   
                                                Chapter 6-Fire and Explosion Hazards                                 
                       
                        Week 5           Chapter 7-Pressure,Temperature, and Radiation Hazards
                                               
                        Week 6           Chapter 8-Hazardous Atmospheres and Respirator Hazards
                                                Chapter 9-Working Area and Height Hazards          
                                     
                        Week 7           Chapter 10-Hearing and Noise Hazards
                                                Chapter 11-Construction,Maintenance and Tool Hazards
 
                        Week 8           Chapter 12-Vehicle and Transportation Hazards
                                                Chapter 13-Natural Disasters and Inclement Weather
 
                        Week 9           Chapter 14-Physical Security and Cyber Security                                        
 
                        Week 10         Chapter 15- Recognizing Ergonomic Hazards
                                                Chapter 16- Recognizing Environmental Hazards
                                     
                        Week 11         Chapter 17-Introduction to Hazard Controls
                        Chapter 18-Engineering Controls: Alarms & Indicator Systems
 
                        Week 12         Chapter 19-Process Containment & Process Upset Control 
                                                Chapter 20- Administrative Controls: Programs and Practices
                       
                        Week 13         Chapter 21- Permitting Systems
                                                Chapter 22- Personal Protective Equipment & First Aid
 
                        Week 14         Chapter 23- Monitoring Equipment
                                               Chapter 24-Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Response Equipment
 
                         Week 15        Review of Chapter Topics for Final Exam
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                        Week 16         Final Exam                 

Course Policies

Course Policies
Instructor Policies 1. Cell Phone use is not permitted in the classroom or lab except during breaks. If a student is caught on their cell phone in class, the student will be asked to leave class and counted an unexcused absence for the day. 2. All grades will be posted on Blackboard. Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Skill Standards Board (TSSB) Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1408 K9.1 Conduct Preventative SHE Inspections K9.2 Conduct SHE Incident and Hazard Investigations K9.3 Instruct Individuals Entering Operating Area in SHE Policies and Procedures
Attendance Policy
Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Missing a day of lecture can possible cause you to drop a letter grade on tests.
1. Tardiness (more than 5mins), for lectures or labs.
2. Absences: NOTE: Students will need to communicate with me about absences to receive an excused absence at my discretion. Excused absences (verifiable) are only allowed for, a personal doctors visit or a Childs doctor visit or an illness that requires a hospital stay, mandatory quarantine for COVID 19 exposure, or a death in your immediate family.
Additional InformationThe PTAC program has a dress code, failure to wear proper shoes and clothing will result in being sent out of class and counted absent for the day.



Chemical/Refining Process Technician Skill Standards Endorsed by NAPTA Recognized by Texas Skill Standards Board (TSSB)
Key Activities and Statement Course: PTAC 1408
K9.1 Conduct Preventative SHE Inspections
K9.2Conduct SHE Incident and Hazard Investigations
K9.3 Instruct Individuals Entering Operating Area in SHE Policies and Procedures

Institutional Policies

Institutional Policies
MyLSCPABe sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic HonestyAcademic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA ConsiderationsThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 InformationThe Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility PoliciesNo food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and NeglectAs per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual MisconductLSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime ReportingFor more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

Grievance / Complaint / ConcernIf you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information
Business and Industrial Technology
Chair:Cristina Lawson
Email:lawsonac@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381

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Course Description

Required Textbook & Materials

Textbook Purchasing Statement

Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Additional Materials/Resources

Pre-requisites/Co-requisites

Learning Outcomes

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Lecture Topics Outline

Major Assignments Schedule

Final Exam Date

Grading Scale

Determination of Final Grade

Instructor Policies

Attendance Policy

Additional Information

MyLSCPA

Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

ADA Considerations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

Facility Policies

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect

As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct

LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.

Clery Act Crime Reporting

For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

Grievance / Complaint / Concern

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.