Environmental Duty in Workplace Operations
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What is the primary objective of integrating the environment into daily business operations?

  • To improve employee morale
  • To address environmental issues and meet international standards (correct)
  • To reduce production costs
  • To enhance company reputation

    • What is the main responsibility of an individual in the workplace in terms of environmental duty?

  • To implement cost-effective measures to minimize environmental risks
  • To take all reasonable and practicable measures to prevent or minimize environmental damage (correct)
  • To plan and act to minimize environmental risks and impacts
  • To notify a supervisor or team leader of environmental harm

    • What should an individual do if they are unsure about an environmental issue in the workplace?

  • Ask for help from a supervisor or team leader (correct)
  • Document the issue for future reference
  • Consult with a colleague
  • Take immediate action to address the issue

    • What is the role of managers, supervisors, and team leaders in terms of environmental duty?

    <p>To plan and act to minimize environmental risks and impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is exercising due diligence in the context of environmental duty?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an individual do if they become aware of an activity that is causing or could cause environmental harm?

    <p>Notify a supervisor or team leader immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of management in terms of ensuring staff understand their environmental duties?

    <p>To ensure that staff fully understand and are fulfilling their legal duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of integrating environmental considerations into daily business operations?

    <p>Minimizing environmental damage and meeting international standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the safety organisation?

    <p>To assist in achieving success</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for cleaning up workshop messes?

    <p>The student using the workshop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to keep walkways and areas around machines clear?

    <p>To prevent accidents and facilitate emergency evacuation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of accidents in workshops?

    <p>People doing silly things, being in a hurry, or being surrounded by off-cuts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you are unsure about a process or need special assistance?

    <p>Consult technical staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do with hazardous materials and solutions?

    <p>Use them in well-ventilated areas and under fume extraction hoods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to allocate time for cleaning at the end of a shift?

    <p>To prevent accidents and allow for efficient work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a messy workspace?

    <p>Difficulty with the next stage of the process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life?

    <p>To keep yourself happier and less stressed both at work and at home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of ignoring medical problems?

    <p>They may lead to other problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to observe hygienic practices such as washing your hands regularly?

    <p>To prevent the spread of illnesses, particularly in certain industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reading material Safety Data Sheets and labels?

    <p>To understand the properties and risks of substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of poor housekeeping practices?

    <p>Slips, trips, and falls, cuts, and lacerations, and fire danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to wear protective equipment (PPE)?

    <p>To prevent injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you find work stressful?

    <p>Talk to a supervisor, team leader or counsellor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to contain long hair and beards?

    <p>To prevent accidents caused by loose hair or beards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of safety rules?

    <p>To remind the individual of the dangers inherent in the work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of accidents?

    <p>Lack of job experience and inadequate training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you are assigned a task that is beyond your skill level?

    <p>Ask for help and guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for examining procedures after an accident?

    <p>To identify the root cause of the accident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of inadequate training and experience?

    <p>Increased chances of an accident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of operating procedures with hazard prevention in mind?

    <p>Reduced chances of an accident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when you're unsure about a task?

    <p>Seek guidance and become familiar with the associated hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of accidents?

    <p>They are always preventable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a consequence of using an outdated technical manual?

    <p>You may inadvertently use the wrong procedures for a task.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it crucial to read all applicable safety precautions?

    <p>To ensure you are aware of potential hazards and take necessary safety measures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes human behavior more complex than equipment operation?

    <p>Human behavior is influenced by experiences, knowledge, attitude, and motivation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of attitudes that affect behavior regarding safety?

    <p>They are complex mental states that influence behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of accidents?

    <p>Undesirable attitudes and motivations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to update a technical manual when a piece of equipment is replaced or upgraded?

    <p>To reflect the changes in the equipment and procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you are unsure about a safety precaution or procedure?

    <p>Check the technical manual or seek guidance from a supervisor or experienced colleague.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to be aware of safety precautions when performing a task?

    <p>To prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using advanced composite materials in aircraft construction?

    <p>To reduce the overall weight while maintaining airframe strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary application of advanced composite materials in aircraft construction?

    <p>Flight controls and landing gear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate weight saving of the Boeing 737 due to the use of composite materials?

    <p>600 pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the use of advanced composite materials in aircraft construction?

    <p>To reduce the overall weight while maintaining airframe strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of advanced composite materials that makes them superior to metal alloys?

    <p>Higher strength-to-weight ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary application of boron fibre in advanced composite materials?

    <p>Structural components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using advanced composite materials in commercial aircraft?

    <p>Increased fuel efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Kevlar that makes it useful in advanced composite materials?

    <p>High strength-to-weight ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might happen to the strength of a composite panel if a tool is dropped on it?

    <p>The strength of the panel will be greatly reduced due to the cracked resin between the fibre plies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to report damages to a supervisor, no matter how small they may seem?

    <p>Because it will help prevent further damage and costly repairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential hazard associated with process materials?

    <p>Both dermal and inhalation hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential health effect of inhaling very fine dusts generated in composite processes?

    <p>Respiratory sensitisation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you cause some damage while working around aircraft?

    <p>Report it to your supervisor immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reason why good workplace controls are essential?

    <p>To control exposure to process materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be generated in advanced composite processes?

    <p>Dusts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might happen if an investigation is launched into an incident caused by a dropped tool?

    <p>The incident will be investigated and the cause will be determined</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of skin contact with dusts from composite materials?

    <p>Dermatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of ignoring small damages or incidents?

    <p>A costly repair or replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why have aviation companies moved to computer-based ChemAlert system?

    <p>Because paper-based SDSs may not contain the latest information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to be extra careful while working around aircraft?

    <p>Because the consequences of a mistake can be very costly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause bronchitis and pulmonary oedema?

    <p>Inhaling very fine dusts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of composite components?

    <p>They can be easily damaged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to be aware of hazards associated with composite aircraft components?

    <p>Because they are a hazard to health and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of inhaling solvents?

    <p>Narcosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence for the supervisor if an accident occurs in the workplace?

    <p>Lose valuable production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated annual cost of compensation for back injuries in the workplace?

    <p>$22,000,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of back injuries in the workplace?

    <p>Poor workplace design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated number of back injuries in the workplace that result in periods of up to 6 months lost from work?

    <p>Almost 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of accidents for the State's workforce?

    <p>Reduced trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated number of claims lodged with WorkCover each year?

    <p>Over 13,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of enforcing and obeying the law?

    <p>Reducing costs to industry and the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated number of occupational back injuries in Australia each year?

    <p>100,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common effect of alcohol on an individual's behavior?

    <p>Impaired judgment and decreased coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of a pre-existing physical impairment?

    <p>Increased susceptibility to accidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what point can fatigue become dangerous?

    <p>When it decreases awareness and reflex actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common cause of accidents in the workplace?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of alcohol on the brain?

    <p>It acts as a general anaesthetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common effect of fatigue on an individual's performance?

    <p>Decreased awareness and reflex actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Environmental Responsibility

    • The system should meet international standards (ISO 14001) and address environmental issues by integrating the environment into daily business operations.
    • General environmental duty is to ensure that all reasonable and practicable measures are taken to prevent or minimize environmental damage resulting from work.
    • This can be achieved by:
      • Being more aware and better informed about environmental responsibilities
      • Identifying environmental risks and impacts in the workplace
      • Developing and implementing reasonable and cost-effective ways to minimize environmental risks
      • Asking for help if unsure

    Duty to Notify

    • If an activity is causing or could cause environmental harm, it must be reported to a supervisor or team leader immediately.
    • If the supervisor is unavailable or takes no action, notify a senior manager.

    Duties of Management

    • Managers, supervisors, and team leaders must:
      • Plan and act to minimize environmental risks and impacts as part of daily operations and emergency procedures
      • Ensure that staff fully understand and are fulfilling their legal duties

    Environmental Due Diligence

    • Exercising due diligence means taking all reasonable care by establishing a proper system to prevent environmental problems and taking responsible steps to ensure the effective operation of that system.
    • Maintaining personal health and hygiene is important, especially for employees involved in sewage treatment, transport, or maintenance.

    Safety Precautions

    • Safety rules and precautions are essential to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
    • Important safety precautions include:
      • No unauthorised access to workshops without supervision
      • No unauthorised use of equipment
      • Wearing protective equipment (PPE)
      • Wearing closed-toe shoes
      • Avoiding loose-fitting clothing and jewelry
      • Containing long hair and beards
      • Walking, not running
      • Reading and understanding safety signs, instructions, and notices
      • Thinking before acting

    Housekeeping

    • Cleanliness and organization are crucial to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
    • Important housekeeping practices include:
      • Cleaning up as you work to avoid dangerous clutter
      • Not blocking walkways or emergency exits
      • Keeping work areas and machines clean and well-maintained

    Causes of Accidents

    • Accidents can occur due to:
      • Inadequate training and experience
      • Inadequate or outdated procedures
      • Inadequate safety precautions
      • Behavioural factors, such as undesirable attitudes and motivations
    • Taking shortcuts, not asking for help, and not being aware of hazards can increase the risk of accidents.

    Prevention of Accidents

    • Accidents can be prevented by:
      • Following safety procedures and precautions
      • Being aware of hazards and taking necessary precautions
      • Asking for help and guidance
      • Not taking shortcuts or making unsafe decisions
      • Updating technical manuals and procedures to ensure they are accurate and relevant.

    Consequences of Accidents in the Workplace

    • Accidents can lead to valuable production loss, extra workload, and time spent on reports for supervisors and workers.
    • Accidents can also affect the State's workforce, upset the balance of trade, and result in significant costs to the community.

    Consequences for the Supervisor

    • Supervisors may feel responsible for accidents and experience consequences such as lost production, extra work, and time spent on reports.

    Consequences for the State

    • Accidents can affect the State's workforce and upset the balance of trade if exported goods cannot be produced.
    • The community pays dearly for workplace accidents, and enforcing and obeying the law helps reduce these costs.

    Manual Handling

    • Improper manual handling is a common cause of workplace injuries, with up to 100,000 cases in Australia per year.
    • 45% of these cases involve 5 or more days off work, and almost 10% result in periods of up to 6 months lost from work.
    • Compensation costs alone are $22,000,000, and total costs to industry and the community are several times greater.
    • Poor workplace design, poor work practices, and inadequate training cause most back injuries, which can be controlled to avoid the majority of back injuries.

    Advanced Composite Materials

    • Advanced composites are used in aircraft to reduce weight while maintaining airframe strength.
    • Boron fibre, graphite (carbon) fibre, and Kevlar are used to make advanced composites with superior strength-to-weight ratio.
    • Advanced composites are used extensively in military and commercial aircraft for flight controls, landing gear doors, skins, panels, antennas, and radar covers.

    Boeing 737

    • The Boeing 737 uses approximately 1500 pounds of composite material, providing a weight saving of approximately 600 pounds or 29% compared to conventional sheet metal construction.

    Solvents and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

    • Some solvents can depress the central nervous system, causing symptoms like headache, nausea, light-headedness, vomiting, dizziness, poor coordination, and unconsciousness.
    • Computer-based ChemAlert system is used instead of paper-based SDSs to access the latest information.

    Dust Hazards

    • Dusts generated in advanced composite processes can irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and respiratory tract.
    • Prolonged exposure to dusts can cause bronchitis and pulmonary oedema, and contact with skin can cause skin irritation, rashes, and dermatitis.

    Composite Damage

    • Composite aircraft components are delicate and require extra care when working with and around them.
    • A small dent on a composite panel can cause internal damage, greatly reducing the panel's strength.

    Process Material Precautions

    • Good workplace controls are essential in controlling exposure to process materials.
    • Some materials present a potential dermal exposure hazard, while others present an inhalation hazard.
    • Ingestion may be a potential exposure hazard, usually involving poor personal hygiene or contamination of dining facilities.

    Physical Impairments and Accidents

    • Pre-existing physical impairments, such as lower back injuries, slipped discs, or hernias, can increase susceptibility to accidents.
    • Visual and hearing defects can also cause accidents if they prevent hearing instructions or warning signals.

    Alcohol Abuse and Accidents

    • Alcohol is a chemical depressant that impairs judgment, gives unrealistic confidence, slows coordination, and degrades performance.
    • These effects can lead to risk-taking behavior and accidents.

    Fatigue and Accidents

    • Fatigue decreases awareness and reflex actions, making accidents more likely to occur.
    • Fatigue can also decrease work output, change attitude, and reduce motivation to observe safety precautions.

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