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Sustainable development is unrelated to environmental conservation.
Sustainable development is unrelated to environmental conservation.
False
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in 1974.
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in 1974.
True
Behavioral safety culture focuses on physical factors only.
Behavioral safety culture focuses on physical factors only.
False
Environmental impact assessments include processes and methodologies for obtaining administrative approvals.
Environmental impact assessments include processes and methodologies for obtaining administrative approvals.
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Employee participation is not considered important in safety education and training.
Employee participation is not considered important in safety education and training.
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ISO 14001 is a key standard related to Safety Management Systems.
ISO 14001 is a key standard related to Safety Management Systems.
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The provision of the Factories Act includes regulations on workplace safety.
The provision of the Factories Act includes regulations on workplace safety.
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Safe communication does not need to consider barriers in interaction.
Safe communication does not need to consider barriers in interaction.
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Study Notes
Ethics of Environmental Conservation
- Conservation is crucial for environmental sustainability, preventing depletion of resources and biodiversity loss.
- Sustainable development balances economic growth with environmental protection.
Environmental Policy and Laws
- Environmental policies address issues like pollution control and resource management.
- Corporate environmental policies are important to reduce a company's negative impacts.
- 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, Public Liability Insurance Act 1991, and Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- EIA processes and methodologies evaluate the potential environmental impacts of projects.
- Administrative procedures are crucial for obtaining environmental clearances.
Environmental Economics
- Environmental policies use taxes, cess, and water charges to control pollution and resource use.
- Assessment of biodiversity damage and related valuation methods are important.
Safety Philosophy
- Safety considers physical, physiological, and psychological factors.
- Employee participation is essential for safe working conditions.
- Safety culture and motivation affect employee safety practices.
- Safety laws like the Factories Act and Employees State Insurance Act are important.
Planning for Safety
- Strategic safety planning uses tools for successful implementation.
- Management objectives are key for SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) improvement.
- Policy formulation and implementation are vital for safety.
Organizing for Safety
- Organization structure, functions, and responsibilities are key aspects for safety.
- Coordination of SHE components (Safety, Health, and Environment) is crucial.
- Roles of line and staff functions related to SHE are essential.
Directing for Safety
- Effective safety leadership is essential for success.
- Effective communication is a vital component for proper safety procedures.
- Clear communication, handling conflicts, and team building are imperative for effective management.
Principles of Accident Prevention
- Understanding incident, accident, injury, dangerous occurrences, unsafe acts/conditions, hazards, and errors is critical.
- Measuring safety performance is important for identifying areas for improvement.
Safety Management Systems
- Safety Management Systems (e.g., ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001) establish best practices.
- ILO (International Labour Organization) conventions and recommendations deal with worker safety, health, and environment.
- Safety, health, and environmental issues are recognized as human rights in international legislation.
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Test your knowledge on the ethics of environmental conservation, important legislation, and environmental impact assessments. This quiz covers key concepts surrounding sustainable development and environmental economics.
