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What is the primary goal of sustainable development in the context of environmental conservation?
What is the primary goal of sustainable development in the context of environmental conservation?
The primary goal of sustainable development is to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
What does the Environment (Protection) Act of 1986 primarily address?
What does the Environment (Protection) Act of 1986 primarily address?
The Environment (Protection) Act of 1986 primarily addresses the protection and improvement of the environment and contains provisions for environmental clearances.
What is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?
What is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?
An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process used to evaluate the potential environmental effects of a proposed project before it is carried out.
How do corporate environmental policies contribute to sustainable practices?
How do corporate environmental policies contribute to sustainable practices?
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What is the significance of employee participation in safety initiatives?
What is the significance of employee participation in safety initiatives?
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What role does strategic planning play in safety management?
What role does strategic planning play in safety management?
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What are key elements of Safety Management Systems like ISO 14001?
What are key elements of Safety Management Systems like ISO 14001?
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Why is effective communication essential in safety management?
Why is effective communication essential in safety management?
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Study Notes
Ethics of Environmental Conservation
- Conservation is crucial for preserving biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- Sustainable development emphasizes meeting present needs without compromising future generations' capacity to meet their own needs.
Environmental Policy and Laws
- Environmental policies address issues like pollution control, resource management and sustainable development.
- Companies often have environmental policies that comply with regulations.
- Key Acts include 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 regulate coastal development.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- EIA processes and methodologies involve evaluating potential environmental impacts of projects, considering factors like pollution, resource consumption and land use.
- Administrative procedures for environmental clearances ensure adherence to regulations.
Environmental Economics
- Environmental economics examines taxation, cess (a tax), water charges and biodiversity damage assessment in an economic context.
- Includes price evaluations for environmental consequences.
Safety Philosophy
- Safety encompasses physical, physiological, and psychological well-being.
- Safety education, training & employee participation in safety initiatives are important.
- Safety economics and behavioral safety culture are studied to develop effective safety programs.
Planning for Safety
- Strategic plans and tools are vital for implementing safety initiatives.
- Management by objectives (MBO) strategies play a role in SHE (safety, health, and environment) initiatives.
- Policy formulation and implementation are crucial for effective safety management.
Organizing for Safety
- Organization structure, functions and responsibilities are defined for safety, health, and environmental management.
- The interconnectedness of safety, health, and environmental components is emphasized for efficient coordination.
- Roles of line management and support staff for the three components of SHE are highlighted.
Directing for Safety
- Leadership, its functions, attributes, and role in safety, health, and environmental management are discussed.
- Effective communication is essential in safety management.
- This includes various communication processes, types, channels, communication barriers, and the importance of two-way communication.
- Effective communication promotes strong group dynamics and team building.
Principles of Accident Prevention
- Accident prevention principles cover incident, accident, injury, dangerous occurrences, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, hazards, errors, oversight and mistakes.
- Methods to measure and track safety performance are discussed.
Safety Management Systems
- Key elements of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 are covered, demonstrating adherence to international safety standards.
- Understanding ILO (International Labour Organization) legislations, conventions, and recommendations relating to safety, health, and environment.
- Recognizing safety, health, and the environment as human rights issues.
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Explore the key concepts of environmental conservation ethics, policy regulations, and the environmental impact assessment process. This quiz covers essential acts and sustainable practices that guide current environmental efforts for future generations.
