Health and Safety Regulations Overview

<p>The occurrence of an accident can suggest negligence occurred (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To identify and eliminate unreasonable dangers from the product (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some permanent reduction in work capability yet still able to work. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Benefits continue to the worker for their lifetime. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The functional effect of the loss on abilities and functions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Actual loss in wages compared to estimated potential earnings. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Permanent housing assistance for the disabled. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1/2% of the person's average monthly earnings for each 1% of disability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When minor children reach adult age or complete school. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The product was defective at the time of sale (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The product was used beyond its intended purpose (A), The product was dangerous but not defective (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Merchantability refers to general acceptability, while fitness relates to suitability for a particular application. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Whether the user had prior experience with the product (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The plaintiff shares partial responsibility for the injury (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Express warranty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Does not require the plaintiff to show specific intent or knowledge of danger (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Addressing wrongful acts leading to civil damages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mitigating financial impact on the insured (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both failing to act and acting inappropriately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hobbies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excluding the day of injury and return (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Health insurance plans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>$2 per $100 of payroll (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It adjusts the premiums based on safety records (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The machinery manufacturer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Performance appraisal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Design office decor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Warranty (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inadequate inspection during manufacturing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A poor weld that fails after a certain period (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ability to predict how consumers will likely misuse a product (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When the harm caused is unforeseeable from the negligent act (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They outline steps to reduce likelihood of injury (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Defects must have existed when the product left the manufacturer for liability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The context or situation in which the product will be used (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through this inspection process, known as quality control (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cost analysis of production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consumer misuse leading to injuries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A worker who can return to their job with no limitations after recovering from an injury or illness.

A worker experiences a permanent reduction in their ability to work but can still hold a job.

An individual who cannot work due to a permanent injury or illness, even after treatment and rehabilitation.

Financial aid provided for medical expenses, lost wages, and impairment resulting from a work-related injury or illness.

A system for calculating disability benefits based on the percentage of a worker's lost function relative to a healthy person.

A method of calculating disability benefits based on the actual lost wages compared to what the worker would have earned without the injury or illness.

A common benefit offered by workers' compensation programs, typically calculated as a percentage of a worker's lost wages.

The time allowed under statutes of limitations varies considerably.

Parties involved in a lawsuit may choose to settle out of court to avoid legal costs and time.

A review team not involved in the design, providing an independent perspective to reduce potential defects.

The concept that the occurrence of an accident implies negligence, as the accident speaks for itself.

A principle that limits liability in negligence cases to those directly involved in a transaction, such as the buyer and seller.

A method for estimating the future earning capacity of an injured worker based on factors like age, occupation, gender, and education.

The number of calendar days between the date of injury and the date of return to work, excluding the day of injury.

These include state-operated insurance programs, private insurance policies, and self-insured benefits offered by some employers.

The cost of workers' compensation insurance, calculated as a dollar amount per $100 of payroll.

A system that assigns costs to different types of work based on their inherent risk levels.

An adjustment to premium costs based on an employer's past safety performance.

A formula used to calculate the experience modification rate (EMR), which reflects an employer's past safety performance.

Safety professionals are responsible for building and maintaining a safe working environment. They also handle injury reports, insurance claims, and facilitate return-to-work programs.

An injured worker cannot sue their employer for workplace injuries. However, they can sue a product manufacturer if the product caused the injury.

A wrongful act, injury, or damage for which a civil action can be brought. It involves breaches of contracts and negligence.

A type of liability that holds a manufacturer or seller responsible for injuries caused by a defective product, even if they were not negligent.

A legal guarantee that a product will meet certain standards or perform as promised. Can be expressed or implied.

A warranty that is automatically included with most products, regardless of whether it's stated explicitly. It ensures the product is suitable for its intended purpose.

A warranty that is explicitly stated or written by the seller, outlining specific promises about the product's quality or performance.

A situation where a product's design, manufacturing, or lack of warnings makes it unreasonably dangerous to use. Often used in product liability cases.

A type of negligence that happens when someone fails to take reasonable care to avoid causing harm to others.

Evidence used in product liability cases. It must show that the product was defective, the defect existed at the time of sale, and the defect caused the injury.

A defense used by manufacturers to avoid liability in product liability cases. It claims the plaintiff misused or altered the product in a way that contributed to their injury.

A defense used by manufacturers to avoid product liability. It argues that the product met accepted standards of safety, even if it caused an injury.

A design flaw that arises from poor material selection, inadequate management of energy, or insufficient safety features.

A defect in a product that occurs during the manufacturing process, such as poor welding or contamination.

Defects in instructions or warnings that fail to adequately explain proper product use or safety hazards.

A legal test used to determine whether a product's misuse was reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer.

A type of harm that is not a reasonably expected consequence of a negligent act.

A modification or alteration to a product that changes its original design and can lead to unforeseen consequences.

The selection of materials that meet the requirements of cost, durability, performance, maintenance, appearance, and strength.

Ensuring that a product is safe even when it's not in use, such as by considering energy management and potential hazards.

The use of safety features, like a rearview mirror, to help prevent accidents and protect users.

Designing products with the understanding of their intended use environment and potential risks.