35.4.1. Inherently Safe Design

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Inherently Safe Design?

   Hint

   Think about safety in prevention, not just control.

2. 2.

   Give an example of a fail-safe mechanism.

   Hint

   Consider features that immobilize machinery.

3. 3.

   What does Inherently Safe Design propose?

   • To eliminate hazards
   • To create hazards
   • To control hazards

   Hint

   Focus on proactive safety measures.

4. 4.

   True or False: Redundant systems can prevent operation failure in critical components.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Evaluate the concept of backup in systems.

5. 5.

   Discuss how Inherently Safe Design could influence the future of autonomous vehicles, specifically in terms of hazard avoidance systems.

   Hint

   Think about safety features integrated into cars.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of redundancy on the cost and maintenance of high-risk engineering systems.

   Hint

   Consider cost versus long-term safety benefits.