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The Environment (Protection) Act was enacted in 1986.
The Environment (Protection) Act was enacted in 1986.
True
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was established in 1974 to address air pollution.
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was established in 1974 to address air pollution.
False
Sustainable development focuses on balancing economic growth with environmental protection.
Sustainable development focuses on balancing economic growth with environmental protection.
True
Safety performance measurement does not include the evaluation of unsafe acts.
Safety performance measurement does not include the evaluation of unsafe acts.
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Environmental impact assessments (EIA) are not required for corporate projects.
Environmental impact assessments (EIA) are not required for corporate projects.
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Behavioral safety culture is unrelated to employee motivation.
Behavioral safety culture is unrelated to employee motivation.
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The ISO 14001 standard is part of a safety management system.
The ISO 14001 standard is part of a safety management system.
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The ILO legislations include recommendations concerning safety, health, and environment as a human right issue.
The ILO legislations include recommendations concerning safety, health, and environment as a human right issue.
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Study Notes
Environmental Conservation Ethics
- Conservation is crucial for preserving biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- Sustainable development balances economic growth with environmental protection
- Key environmental policy issues need addressing in planning and decision-making.
Environmental Policy and Laws
- Corporate environmental policies are crucial.
- Environmental 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 are key legislation.
- Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification details are essential.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- EIA processes and methodologies are critical.
- Administrative procedures for environmental clearances require understanding.
Environmental Economics
- Taxation, cess, and water charges directly affect environmental impacts.
- Biodiversity damage assessment and price evaluations are elements of economic cost.
Safety Philosophy
- Physical, physiological, and psychological factors affect safety.
- Safety education and training are crucial.
- Employee participation in safety programs is essential
- Economics of safety are a key consideration.
- Behavioral safety culture and motivation are vital.
Safety Laws
- Relevant sections of the Factories Act and Rules, Employees State Insurance Act need studied.
Planning for Safety
- Strategic planning tools for implementation are essential.
- Management by objectives plays a critical role in SHE.
- Policy formulation and implementation are core components.
Organizing for Safety
- Organization structure, functions, and responsibilities in SHE are important.
- Effective coordination between SHE components is crucial.
- Roles and responsibilities of line and staff in SHE are crucial.
Directing for Safety
- Leadership qualities, role, functions, and attributes of a leader are key.
- Effective communication is essential for safety.
- Understanding of the communication process, types, channels, and barriers is important for leadership.
- Team building is a crucial aspect.
Principles of Accident Prevention
- Understanding accident, injury, dangerous occurrences, unsafe acts, conditions, hazards, errors, oversight, mistakes in accidents are vital.
- Measurement of safety performance is essential.
Safety Management Systems
- Key elements of ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 are crucial aspects of safety management.
- ILO conventions and recommendations on safety, health, and environment are vital references to study.
- Safety, health, and environment as human rights issues.
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Description
This quiz delves into the ethics and policies surrounding environmental conservation, focusing on key legislation like the Environmental Protection Act and various environmental impact assessments. Explore the balance between sustainable development and economic growth, and the importance of corporate environmental responsibility.
