Podcast
Questions and Answers
What was a contributing factor to the Challenger Space Shuttle explosion?
What was a contributing factor to the Challenger Space Shuttle explosion?
- Lack of proper environmental laws
- Failure of communication between teams (correct)
- Improper reactor design
- Vested political interests
Which accident could have been prevented if the reactor was designed properly?
Which accident could have been prevented if the reactor was designed properly?
- Marcopper Mining Disaster
- The Herald of Free Enterprise
- Chernobyl Disaster (correct)
- Challenger Space Shuttle Explosion
What was the primary cause of the Herald of Free Enterprise accident?
What was the primary cause of the Herald of Free Enterprise accident?
- Lack of proper environmental laws
- Improper reactor design
- Inner and outer bow doors not being shut (correct)
- Failure of communication between teams
What led to the discharge of 1.6 million cubic meters of tailings in the Marcopper Mining Disaster?
What led to the discharge of 1.6 million cubic meters of tailings in the Marcopper Mining Disaster?
Which accident resulted in drastic reforms in the country's mining policy?
Which accident resulted in drastic reforms in the country's mining policy?
What was a common root cause shared by both the Challenger Space Shuttle explosion and the Marcopper Mining Disaster?
What was a common root cause shared by both the Challenger Space Shuttle explosion and the Marcopper Mining Disaster?
What is the primary aim of safety management in the workplace?
What is the primary aim of safety management in the workplace?
What does the text define as an 'accident' in the context of safety management?
What does the text define as an 'accident' in the context of safety management?
What is the main difference between a 'hazard' and a 'risk' according to the text?
What is the main difference between a 'hazard' and a 'risk' according to the text?
How does the text describe accidents that could have been prevented?
How does the text describe accidents that could have been prevented?
What is highlighted as the consequence of assigning crucial tasks to unqualified individuals?
What is highlighted as the consequence of assigning crucial tasks to unqualified individuals?
What mentality is criticized in the text for potentially devaluing safety in the workplace?
What mentality is criticized in the text for potentially devaluing safety in the workplace?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
