Unit 6: Safety in Manufacturing eDynamics

After learning about the many risks manufacturing employees face on a regular basis, do you think they should receive additional hazard pay? Explain.

Of the hazards we’ve discussed in this unit, which do you think poses the greatest risk to employees in the manufacturing industry? Explain.

In previous units, we’ve discussed how the manufacturing industry has become more automated. After reviewing the safety information in this unit, do you think this automation poses too great a threat to factory workers, or are the advantages worth the risk? Explain.

Why do you think it is necessary that the government, rather than the manufacturer, establish safety standards?

If you worked in the manufacturing industry, would it put your mind at ease to know that workers’ compensation is available should you become injured? Why or why not?