Quality & Safety

Question 1

Define Factor of Safety. (1)

Answer 1

The level of which the product would normally be expected to withstand.

Question 2

Define the Tolerances of a component. (1)

Answer 2

The maximum & minimum deviation from the actual value that is acceptable for a component and will still
be able it to do its job.

Question 3

What is testing? (1)

Answer 3

A product is observed during operation to establish if it works properly for a set period of time.

Question 4

What is Inspection? (1)

Answer 4

Examining the product to determine if they achieve the

standards set at the beginning.

Question 5

How do you asses risks ? (3)

Answer 5

Identifying the hazard.
Identifying who might be injured.
Decide how they can be avoided

Question 6

Give two reasons why it is so important for a company to test and inspect its products. (2)

Answer 6

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Question 7

For a specific machine manufacturing process, briefly outline one main associated risk and one method used to minimize this risk. (3)

Answer 7

The Lathe

Dust and splinters ejected from machine.

Use machine guards and or safety glasses.

Question 8

For a specific hand manufacturing process, briefly outline the one main associated risk and one method used to minimize this risk. (3)

Answer 8

Hammering

Tools breaking or handles falling off.

Damaged tools should be discarded.