Health and Safety Standards are the rules and regulations designed to prevent accidents or diseases in the workplace and the community at large. Coursera's Health and Safety Standards catalogue teaches you about these crucial guidelines and how they are implemented to protect employees, the public, and the environment. You'll learn everything from basic first aid, fire safety, and risk assessment, to the management of hazardous materials and the implementation of safety policies and procedures. This skill set is valuable across many industries, including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and hospitality, as it helps to create safer, healthier environments for everyone.