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Which act focuses primarily on the prevention and control of water pollution?
Which act focuses primarily on the prevention and control of water pollution?
What does EIA stand for in environmental management practices?
What does EIA stand for in environmental management practices?
Which philosophy emphasizes the consideration of physical, physiological, and psychological aspects in workplace safety?
Which philosophy emphasizes the consideration of physical, physiological, and psychological aspects in workplace safety?
The practice of evaluating the financial impact of biodiversity loss is known as what?
The practice of evaluating the financial impact of biodiversity loss is known as what?
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Which key component is part of a Safety Management System according to ISO standards?
Which key component is part of a Safety Management System according to ISO standards?
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What does the term 'Behavioral Safety Culture' refer to in the context of workplace safety?
What does the term 'Behavioral Safety Culture' refer to in the context of workplace safety?
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Which act underscores the requirement for employees' state insurance in the workplace?
Which act underscores the requirement for employees' state insurance in the workplace?
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Effective communication within teams can encounter which of the following barriers?
Effective communication within teams can encounter which of the following barriers?
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Study Notes
Ethics of Environmental Conservation
- Conservation is crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- Sustainable development balances economic growth with environmental protection.
Environmental Policy and Laws
- Environmental policies address various issues, including planning and corporate environmental strategies.
- Key legislation includes the Environment (Protection) Act 1986, Factories Act, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act 1974, Air (Prevention and control of pollution) act 1981, and Public Liability Insurance Act 1991. Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) notifications are also important.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- EIAs assess potential environmental impacts of projects.
- Methodologies and administrative procedures for obtaining environmental clearances are critical.
Environmental Economics
- Principles of taxation, cess, water charges, and biodiversity damage assessment are essential components.
- Price evaluation for environmental resources is also studied.
Safety Philosophy
- Safety encompasses physical, physiological, and psychological factors.
- Safety education and training, employee participation, and safety culture are vital.
- Understanding the economics of safety is crucial.
Planning for Safety
- Strategic safety planning and implementation tools are examined.
- Management by objectives enhances safety, health, and environmental (SHE) performance.
- Policy formulation and implementation processes are analyzed.
Organizing for Safety
- Organizational structures, functions, and responsibilities for safety, health, and the environment are addressed.
- Coordination among SHE components is emphasized.
- Line and staff functions for SHE are described.
Directing for Safety
- Leadership roles, functions, and attributes in safety are discussed.
- Effective communication, including two-way communication channels, is essential.
- Understanding group dynamics and techniques like team building are important.
Principles of Accident Prevention
- Different types of events (incidents, accidents, injuries, dangerous occurrences) are examined.
- Unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, hazards, errors, and oversight are considered.
- Measuring safety performance is crucial for improvement.
Safety Management Systems
- Key elements of safety management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001) are studied.
ILO Legislation
- ILO conventions and recommendations concerning safety, health, and the environment are reviewed.
- Safety, health, and the environment are recognized as human rights issues.
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Explore the ethics of environmental conservation, the important policies and laws, and the role of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). This quiz also delves into the economic aspects of environmental issues, including taxation and damage assessment principles. Test your knowledge on these critical topics in environmental science.
