33.2.1. National Regulatory Bodies (India)

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name one regulatory body responsible for robotics in India.

   Hint

   This body develops safety codes.

2. 2.

   What does CPWD stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the department responsible for public works.

3. 3.

   What is the main function of the Bureau of Indian Standards?

   • Create building codes
   • Develop IS codes for safety and quality
   • Oversee public works projects

   Hint

   Think about what purpose standards serve in the industry.

4. 4.

   True or False: DGFASLI ensures the safety of robotics systems used in public projects.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what the focus of DGFASLI is.

5. 5.

   Analyze how the collaboration between BIS and DGFASLI can improve safety in robotics for civil engineering. What steps could they take together?

   Hint

   Consider how standards and safety measures can work hand in hand.

6. 6.

   Propose a new guideline that could be implemented by the CPWD to enhance safe automation in public works. Support your idea with reasons.

   Hint

   Think about common risks in construction that automation introduces.