Reference no: EM132056116

1. Analyze the hazards in both areas of the facility using one of the methods described in Chapter 3 of the textbook. You should identify at least two hazards in each area (welding and painting).

2. Perform a risk assessment on at least two hazards in each area using the 4X4 matrix in Table 17-3 of the textbook.

3. Prioritize the need for controls for the hazards you selected based on the results of the risk assessment.

4. Using the hierarchy of engineering controls listed on page 420 of the textbook, recommend a control method for each hazard that you believe would be the most effective in reducing risk to an acceptable level. Use the 4X4 matrix to show the reduction in risk for each hazard. Note: At least one control method must be a local exhaust ventilation (LEV) system.

5. For the LEV, specify the hood configuration, a recommended capture velocity, and a recommendation for treatment of the exhaust stream. Explain why you made the choices and support your decisions with at least one reference other than the text.

6. Discuss how Prevention through Design could be used to reduce the risks associated with these operations if you were hired to design a new facility performing these same activities from scratch.