Research should focus on opportunities to ensure a safe and healthy work environment, to include
- analyzing the workplace environment to minimize hazardous conditions
- developing and documenting procedures for responding to emergencies
- identifying equipment (e.g., first-aid kit, defibrillator) needed for responding to emergencies
- identifying strategies for maximizing a healthy work environment.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are some potential hazards in the workplace?
- Why is it important that safety-related policies and procedures be documented?
- Who is responsible for the safety of employees? Customers?
- How can a risk be transferred, other than to an insurance company?
- How should a company respond to recalls, negative customer reviews, or product malfunction or flaw?