1. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is
one method used to reduce risks associated with workplace hazards. In at least
200 words, discuss the hierarchy of controls established by OSHA for workplace
controls. When would it be appropriate to use PPE? List at least two positive
and two negative aspects of PPE. Please cite sources
2. The four theories that are used to
explain human behavior as it relates to safety are Theory X, Theory Y, Theory
Z, and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. In at least 200 words, compare and contrast
the four theories. Which theory do you believe best predicts a worker’s
behavior related to safety? Please cite sources.
3. In at least 100 words, what dimensions
would you use for a booth-type hood if you wanted an exhaust rate of 1,000 cubic
feet per minute and a capture rate of 100 feet per minute to capture organic
vapors from a paint spray operation? Be sure to show your work. If you wanted
to clean the air that you are capturing before exhausting it outside, what type
of air cleaning device would you recommend and why?
4. In at least 100 words, compare and
contrast the different types of barriers that might be used to protect openings
in a floor at a production facility. What factors should an engineer take into
account when designing one of these barriers? In your opinion, which type
barrier would be most appropriate for an opening between all four floors of a
facility that is designed to move material between floors using a crane located
on the top floor?
5. In at least 100 words, what dimensions
would you use for a booth-type hood if you wanted an exhaust rate of 1,000
cubic feet per minute and a capture rate of 100 feet per minute to capture
organic vapors from a paint spray operation? Be sure to show your work. If you
wanted to clean the air that you are capturing before exhausting it outside,
what type of air cleaning device would you recommend and why?
6. In 200 words or more, summarize the
different fire suppression systems. Which of the fire suppression systems
listed in the textbook do you believe should be required to be installed in new
buildings?
