Safety from the Start
What is the first stage in a project where safety should be considered?
The initial design stage.
What is a hazard?
A potential source of harm or adverse health effects.
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment.
What factors influence the choice between industrial and manual production methods?
Project scale, resources, and practicality.
What should you always provide when choosing a production method?
A justification or reason for your choice.
Why is it important to consider safety early in the design process?
To address hazards before they become problems.
What does risk assessment help prioritize?
Which risks need more immediate attention.
Give two examples of PPE commonly used in workshops
Gloves and goggles.
Leather Shoes and Aprons.
Leather aprons and Rubber gloves for welding
Why might manual fabrication be chosen over automated methods?
Due to lower cost, complexity, or small production volume.
How can identifying relevant practices support your design decisions?
It helps choose the most effective method and justify it.
Give one example of a built-in safety feature for a kitchen appliance.
An automatic shut-off mechanism.
What should you do after identifying a hazard?
Assess the risk and implement control measures.
Why is it important to take "reasonable" steps to reduce risk?
To ensure safety measures are practical and feasible.
What’s one key benefit of evaluating and justifying production method choices?
Ensures alignment with project goals and available resources.
When justifying safety measures, what should you consider alongside feasibility?
The context and available resources.
What two groups benefit from early safety considerations in design?
The users and the production team.
What could be eliminated a hazard in a kitchen project that uses engineered stone?
Replacing manufactured stone with safer materials.
What does it mean to "eliminate or control" a risk?
To reduce the chance of accidents by removing or managing hazards.
What’s a good method for comparing production techniques for a small jewelry business?
Compare 3D printing vs. traditional handcrafting.
What type of justification would you give for choosing manual methods over CNC machines in a small project?
Cost, simplicity, and low production volume.
What kind of thinking does early safety planning promote in a project?
Proactive hazard identification and risk mitigation.
What’s a practical way to control airborne hazards in a workshop?
Installing proper ventilation.
Name a method used to reduce chemical exposure during production.
Using PPE or installing ventilation.
What do you gain by understanding commercial vs. industrial techniques in your project?
The ability to choose and justify the most effective methods.
How does integrating safety and production planning contribute to your project’s success?
It ensures the project is safe, practical, and effectively managed.