35. Liability and Safety Standards
The chapter delves into the crucial intersection of liability and safety standards in the context of robotics and automation within civil engineering. It outlines legal frameworks, types of liability, risk assessment techniques, compliance with safety standards, and the ethical implications of autonomous systems. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of integrating safety protocols into engineering practices to minimize risks and ensure public safety.
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What we have learnt
- Understanding of various types of liabilities in robotics, such as product, professional, and employer liability.
- Risk assessment methodologies are essential for identifying hazards before system deployment.
- Compliance with national and international safety standards is necessary to protect both workers and systems in robotic applications.
Key Concepts
- -- Product Liability
- The legal responsibility of manufacturers and suppliers regarding defective products that cause injuries.
- -- Risk Assessment
- The systematic process of evaluating potential risks that may be involved in a projected activity or undertaking.
- -- ISO Standards
- International standards that ensure the safety, efficiency, and quality of products and services.
- -- Human Factors Engineering
- Designing systems that take into account human behavior, ergonomics, and usability to reduce operator errors.
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