K. K. Wagh Polytechnic, Nashik


 

atk Prof. P. M. Pathak
HOD
Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety

Vision:

Ensuring quality Safety education for the benefit of Industry and Global Society.

Mission:

  • Create awareness of Quality of Life Protection amongst the Safety
    • professionals through Safety, Health and Environment.
  • Understand Process Safety, Health issues and Environment aspects applicable to engineering and allied industries.
  • Develop Managerial Abilities, Analytical Skills, communicate with the community and interaction with Safety professionals.

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Program Educational Objectives (PEO):

PEO1: Provide socially responsible and environment-friendly safety practices to identify, evaluate, and control industrial hazards by applying professional ethics.
PEO2:Adapt industrial safety engineering principles and technologies to work effectively in multidisciplinary industrial environments such as manufacturing, construction, chemical, and service sectors.
PEO3:Develop the ability to manage safety-related problems individually and as a team member with effective communication, leadership, and decision-making skills in the workplace.

Program Specific Outcomes (PSO):

PSO1:  Apply acquired knowledge and skills to identify hazards, conduct risk assessment, implement safety measures, and ensure compliance with industrial safety standards, health regulations, and environmental norms.
PSO2:Pursue higher education, professional certifications, or career advancement in the fields of Industrial Safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Fire Safety Engineering, and Risk Management.

About Department:

The Department of Industrial Safety is established with the objective of developing competent safety professionals to meet the growing demand of industries. Nashik, being a rapidly developing industrial hub with multiple MIDC areas and thousands of industries, requires skilled safety professionals to ensure safe working conditions and compliance with statutory regulations.

The department functions under experienced faculty and industry experts who guide students in technical, industrial, and safety management aspects. The Advanced Diploma in Industrial Safety is a one-year full-time program designed as per MSBTE guidelines to bridge the gap between industrial growth and safety requirements.


Academics:
The department provides quality education focused on industrial safety, health, and environmental management. The teaching methodology includes:
  • Classroom lectures
  • Laboratory experiments
  • Case studies and discussions
  • Industrial visits and training
  • Safety films and demonstrations
Students are required to complete:
  • Project work
  • Term work
  • Laboratory work
Final evaluation is conducted by MSBTE through:
  • Online theory examinations
  • Practical/oral examinations
  • Project and training assessment
  • The curriculum is designed to meet current industrial safety standards and legal requirements.

Infrastructure:
The department is equipped with essential facilities to support effective learning:
  • Well-equipped classrooms with LCD projectors
  • Safety laboratories and demonstration setups
  • Audio-visual aids for safety training
  • Access to safety manuals, codes, and reference materials
  • Power backup facilities
Students also benefit from exposure to real industrial environments through factory visits.

Skills Development:
The department emphasizes both technical and professional skill development:
  • Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA)
  • Safety audits and inspections
  • Fire safety and emergency response planning
  • Industrial hygiene and occupational health
  • Accident investigation and reporting
Additional development activities include:
  • Seminars and workshops by industry experts
  • Industrial visits and practical exposure
  • Safety training programs and mock drills
  • Project-based learning
Students gain practical knowledge and develop competencies required to work as Safety Officers, EHS Engineers, and Risk Management Professionals across industries.

Prof. P. M. Pathak
HOD, ADIS
K. K. Wagh Polytechnic, Nashik-3