2.6 Selecting appropriate tools, equipment and processes (key terms)

Question 1

Safe working practises

Answer 1

Methods and guidelines that an employer will use to ensure the safety of employees, visitors and others within the workplace

Question 2

Risk assessment

Answer 2

A document taking consideration of what might cause harm to people and if reasonable steps are being taken to prevent that harm

Question 3

One-off

Answer 3

A product that has been designed and manufactured for a single, specific situation

Question 4

Batch production

Answer 4

A set number of products are made at one time. to ensure consistency throughout the batch, manufactures use control devices such as jigs and templates, as well as dedicated and CNC machinery

Question 5

Mass production

Answer 5

Large quantities of the same standard product or component are made