Human Responsibility Flashcards
(15 cards)
: What is the purpose of a risk assessment in product design?
To identify potential hazards associated with a product’s use and manufacturing, ensuring adequate precautions are in place to prevent harm.
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What are the five steps of conducting a risk assessment?
Identify hazards.
Determine who might be harmed and how.
Evaluate risks and decide on precautions.
Record findings and implement them.
Review and update the assessment as necessary.
Why must risk assessments be regularly reviewed?
To account for changes in equipment, procedures, or materials that may introduce new hazards.
Why is build quality important in product design?
High build quality ensures product reliability, meets consumer expectations, and enhances brand reputation.
What factors influence perceptions of build quality?
Material selection, manufacturing processes, product longevity, and performance.
How does build quality relate to environmental considerations?
Durable products reduce the need for frequent replacements, minimizing environmental impact.
What is sustainable design?
Designing products with minimal environmental impact, considering factors like recyclability and energy efficiency.
How can designers reduce a product’s environmental footprint?
By selecting eco-friendly materials, optimizing manufacturing processes, and designing for durability and recyclability.
Why is it important to consider a product’s entire lifecycle?
To assess and mitigate environmental impacts from production to disposal.
What is the role of ethics in product design?
Ensuring products are safe, inclusive, and do not exploit workers or consumers.
how can designers address social responsibility?
By considering the needs of diverse user groups and ensuring fair labor practices in the supply chain.
What is user-centered design?
A design approach that prioritizes the needs, preferences, and limitations of end-users throughout the design process.
Why must designers be aware of legal regulations?
To ensure products meet safety standards and avoid legal liabilities.
What is the significance of CE marking?
It indicates that a product complies with EU safety, health, and environmental protection standards.
How do standards like ISO influence product design?
They provide guidelines to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency in products and processes.
