Environmental, health, and safety issues in rapid prototyping

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 105-110 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. B Short ◽  
A. Sirinterlikci ◽  
P. Badger ◽  
B. Artieri
Keyword(s):  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Environmental Health And Safety ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Safety Risks ◽  
Safety And Health ◽  
Safe Work ◽  
Safety Guidelines

Purpose – This study aims to investigate the potential impacts of rapid prototyping systems on the health and safety of operators and the environment, a growing concern given its wide-spread use in industry and academia. Design/methodology/approach – Materials, processing and equipment features were used to identify potential health and safety risks and hazards, as well as environmental effects. Findings – The study concludes with a “best practices” guide for rapid prototyping laboratories and service bureaus. Originality/value – A thorough literature search revealed that Stephen M. Deak, the Rapid Prototyping Department Manager at Hasbro Inc., is the pioneer of the safety and health concerns in the rapid prototyping area. He is the only person to publish papers in this field in addition to these authors’ recent publications. His papers focused on the rapid prototyping laboratory safety guidelines and safe work practices in the rapid prototyping area.

Making the invisible visible

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Lingard ◽  
Nick Blismas ◽  
James Harley ◽  
Andrew Stranieri ◽  
Rita Peihua Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Safety Information ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Building Design ◽  
Design Decision ◽  
Construction Site ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Health And Safety Issues

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the potential to use infographics to capture, represent and communicate important information to construction designers, such that it improves their ability to understand the implications of design choices for construction workers’ health and safety. Design/methodology/approach Drawing on information obtained through a photographic Q-sort, supplemented with a literature review, health and safety information related to the design of a façade was collected from subject matter experts. This information was used to develop infographics representing the subject matter knowledge. A facilitated workshop was then held with 20 design professionals to engage them in a hazard identification process using a case study scenario. The designers were provided with the infographics and asked to comment upon how the infographics changed their assessments of the health and safety risks inherent in the case study building design. A sub-set of participants was interviewed to explore their perceptions of the impact and usefulness of the inforgraphics. Findings Infographics were developed at different levels of detail, representing potential health and safety issues associated with the site location and surroundings, the construction site environment and the detailed façade design. Workshop participants identified a number of potential health and safety issues associated with the case study scenario. However, this number increased substantially once they had viewed the infographic. Further, the health and safety issues identified when participants had access to the infographic were more likely to be less visible issues, relating to ergonomic hazards, procurement or the organisation and sequencing of work. The workshop participants who were interviewed described how the infographics enabled them to make a more global assessment of the health and safety implications of the case study building design because it helped them to understand the design in the physical construction site context. Participants also favoured the visual nature of the infographics and suggested that this format may be particularly useful to communicate important health and safety information to novice designers with limited on-site experience. Research limitations/implications The infographics developed in this research were relatively simple two-dimensional representations produced and presented in hard copy format. It is possible that more sophisticated forms of infographic could have produced different results. Thus, it is important that future research develops different types of infographics and rigorously evaluates their effectiveness in developing designers’ health and safety-related knowledge and improving decision making. Practical implications The results indicate that simple infographics can help design professionals to better understand the health and safety implications of design decisions in the context of the construction site environment. In particular, the infographics appear to have increased designers’ ability to recognize less visible health and safety-related issues. The designers interviewed also described the potential usefulness of the infographics in design workshops as a tool to stimulate discussion and develop a shared understanding of the health and safety aspects of a particular design decision or choice. Originality/value The value of the research lies in the development and evaluation of infographics as a tool supports the integration of health and safety into design decision making. The potential to develop these tools into digital or web-based resources is also significant.

scholarly journals Fresh driver for economic growth: fracking the UK nation

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 412-431 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward G. Ochieng ◽  
Andrew D.F. Price ◽  
Charles O. Egbu ◽  
Ximing Ruan ◽  
Tarila Zuofa
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Environmental Health ◽  
Shale Gas ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Department Of Energy ◽  
Environmental Health And Safety ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Safety Risks ◽  
Health And Safety Risks ◽  
The Uk

Purpose The purpose of this paper was to examine UK shale gas viability. The recent commitment to shale gas exploration in the UK through fracking has given rise to well-publicised economic benefits and environmental concerns. There is potential for shale gas exploration in different parts of the UK over the next couple of decades. As argued in this study, if it does, it would transform the energy market and provide long-term energy security at affordable cost. Design/methodology/approach Interviews with senior practitioners and local communities were recorded, transcribed and entered into qualitative research software Nvivo. Validity and reliability were achieved by first assessing the plausibility in terms of already existing knowledge on some of the economic and environmental issues raised by participants. Findings Findings from this study suggest that environmental, health and safety risks can be managed effectively provided operational best practices are implemented and monitored by the Health and Safety Executive; Department of Energy, Climate Change; and the Mineral Planning Authorities. Participants further suggested that the integration of shale gas technology will protect consumers against rising energy prices and ensure that government does not get exposed to long-term geopolitical risks. Practical implications The present study corroborates the position that environmental, health and safety risks can be managed effectively provided operational best practices are implemented and monitored by the Health and Safety Executive; Department of Energy, Climate Change; and the Mineral Planning Authorities. Social implications The present study confirms that the government is committed to ensuring that the nation maximises the opportunity that cost-effective shale gas technology presents, not just investment, cheap energy bills and jobs but providing an energy mix that will underpin the UK long-term economic prosperity. Originality/value The present study corroborates the position that environmental, health and safety risks can be managed effectively provided operational best practices are implemented and monitored by the Health and Safety Executive; Department of Energy, Climate Change; and the Mineral Planning Authorities. As shown in this study, the UK has a very strong regulatory regime compared to USA; therefore, environmental, health and safety risks will be very well managed and unlikely to escalate into the crisis being envisioned.

Identifying Health and Safety Risks for Childcare Workers

AAOHN Journal ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 55 (8) ◽  
pp. 321-325 ◽  
Author(s):  
Belinda J. McGrath
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Occupational Health ◽  
Workplace Health Promotion ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Workplace Health ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Safety Risks ◽  
Health Promotion Programs ◽  
Childcare Workers ◽  
Health And Safety Risks

Childcare workers are exposed to several health and safety risks in their work environment, the most common being infectious diseases, musculoskeletal injuries, accidents, and occupational stress. Pregnant childcare workers have an additional risk of potential harm to the fetus. Occupational health nurses can work collaboratively with childcare workers to reduce these risks and provide workplace health promotion programs. This article explores the occupational health and safety issues for childcare workers and suggests health promotion strategies that could be implemented by occupational health nurses working in this arena.

Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the construction sector: a systemized review

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Ayat ◽  
Malikah ◽  
Chang Wook Kang
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Mitigation Strategy ◽  
Mitigation Measures ◽  
Construction Sector ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Process Improvements ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Safety Guidelines

PurposeThe COVID-19 pandemic has brought profound changes to all sectors of society including the construction sector. The main purpose of this study is to explore and provide insights into the impact and changes that have occurred in the construction sector due to COVID-19 and to present a mitigation framework to minimize the effects.Design/methodology/approachThe scope of this study is limited to peer-reviewed articles in Scopus or Web of Science indexed journals. A systemized review was performed with bibliometric and content analyses of articles related to the impact of COVID-19 on the construction sector.FindingsThrough content analysis, the main topics discussed in the selected articles were grouped into 10 categories. Most of these studies were found to have focused on the challenges, impact, and health and safety at construction sites resulting from the pandemic. The study further identified 39 subtopics through detailed content analysis and organizes them into the categories of negative impacts, positive impacts and opportunities and barriers to COVID-19 safety guidelines in the construction sector. Moreover, the study developed a systematic mitigation strategy based on the recommendations of the literature review to reduce the impact of the current pandemic on the construction sector. The mitigation strategy presents separate set of measures regarding safety guidelines, process improvements, government intervention, psychological support and technology adoption.Originality/valueThe research insights provided in this study are useful for practitioners in guiding them to design effective strategies for addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and future crises. Furthermore, a systematic presentation of the impacts, challenges and mitigation measures in this study will help researchers to identify existing gaps in the literature and explore other aspects of the impact of the pandemic on the construction sector.

Empowering Practitioners Through Training to Ensure Safety and Health of Early Childhood Development Learners

2018 ◽  
pp. 53-69
Author(s):  
Tshidi (Matshediso) Rebecca Modise
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Policy Implementation ◽  
Program Implementation ◽  
Early Childhood Development ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Childhood Development ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Local Responses ◽  
Safety And Health ◽  
Training And Support

The purpose of this chapter is to highlight importance of training Early Childhood Development (ECD) practitioners to ensure safety of learners in ECD centres, known as ECE in other countries. Several government departments have established policies to ensure effective implementation of health and safety practices in ECD centres. The problem with ECD policy implementation seems to be minimal training and support of practitioners and caregivers focusing on health and safety issues in ECD centres. Policy cannot always mandate what matters to outcomes at ECD centres because individual practices ought to be central to local responses. ECD policies in South Africa provide guidelines that direct the day-to-day practices of ECD practitioners. However, health and safety of young children appears to be in the hands of untrained practitioners and caregivers. Furthermore, ECD policy implementation reveals an uncertain relationship between policies and program implementation.

be supplemented by a statement of organization), monitor its implementation and evaluate its effectiveness. • The governing body will ensure that the policy is drawn to the attention of all staff. • The school will have clear procedures for identifying and controlling health and safety risks, and for reporting and dealing with irregularities. • There will be codes of practice for staff and pupils for the use of classrooms, general use areas and specialist areas, which will be shared with them, monitored and evaluated. • There will be adequate procedures for first aid in the event of accident and illness. • Certificates of inspection of equipment and resources will be maintained according to statutory and local requirements where appropriate. • Outdoor equipment will be checked on a regular basis for safety by the appropriate body. • The school will meet (or exceed) required standards and current codes of practice regarding escape in the event of fire. • Appropriate detailed guidance on health and safety issues regarding the buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings will be provided in the staff handbook for all staff, and in guidance notes for temporary staff. • Appropriate detailed guidance on health and safety issues regarding the buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings will be provided in the handbook for pupils and parents. • All seating will be appropriately sized and safe for its users. • Any vehicles used by school pupils or staff in the pursuit of their work will be checked for safety, and all relevant documents will be available for inspection by the appropriate committee or individual. • All staff driving pupils will have appropriate qualifications for the vehicle. • The costs of breakages and vandalism will be monitored on a . . . ly basis by the Environment Committee. • The Environment Committee will agree and monitor a policy on the conservation of energy within the buildings and grounds.

2002 ◽  
pp. 72-72
Keyword(s):  
Health And Safety ◽  
First Aid ◽  
Conservation Of Energy ◽  
Governing Body ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Codes Of Practice ◽  
Safety Risks ◽  
Health And Safety Risks ◽  
Health And Safety Issues ◽  
Environment Committee

scholarly journals A metrics-based approach to preparing sustainable membranes: application to ultrafiltration

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (16) ◽  
pp. 4457-4469 ◽  
Author(s):  
Flavie Prézélus ◽  
Dihia Chabni ◽  
Ligia Barna ◽  
Christelle Guigui ◽  
Jean-Christophe Remigy
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Health ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Environmental Health And Safety ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Membrane Fabrication ◽  
Health And Safety Issues

Developing a metrics-based methodological approach that considers technical, environmental, health and safety issues to assess sustainability of membrane fabrication.

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