Cochin University of Science and Techology (CUST) 2006-8th Sem B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering , , SE 803 Legal Aspects Of Safety - Question Paper

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B. Tech Degree Vllt Semester Examination, May 2006 SE 803 LEGAL ASPECTS OF SAFETY

(Prior to 2002 Attmissittnx)

Time: 3 Hours    Maximum Maris :

I-    Discuss ihe evolution of factories legislation in India.

OR

H. (a) Briefly state ihe sugcs of development of safety concept in industries.

(b) Explain ihe evolution of Na:iona1 Safety Council of India. Whal arc its objectives and organizational structure?

Ill-    Discuss the hcahh provisiors in the Factories Act, 1948.

OR

IV.    (a) Define young penon', 'hazardous process' 'factory*, 'occupier* and relay* as

per the Factories Act    (5x2

(b) Whal are the safety precautions in confined space?

(c> What is notifiable accklcni? When b inquiry mandatory? Who has (o conduct such an inquiry as per the Ftctorics Act?

V.    (a) How do you calculate the amount of compensation under the Workmen's

Compensation Act?

(b) What are the objectives of the Contract Labour Act?

OR

VI.    (a) Define'employee*.insured penonVexempted employee*.'permanent total

disablementand'sickness'as per the ESI Act.    (5x2

(b) Explain the "maternity bent fit* as per the ESI Rules?

VII.    (a) What are the safety rules prescribed regarding overhead electric lines.

(b) Explain the provisions in the Expkttives Act regarding inquiry into 'more serious' accidents.

OR

VIII.    What arc the rules prescribed in the Central Motor Vehicles Rules regarding transportation of hazardous goods on road.

IX.    (a) Definepollution*,outlet*.'stream*.new discharge*, and'trade effluent'

per the Water Act.    (5x2

(b) Whal are the functions of State Pollution Control Boards under tl>e Above Act?

OR

X.    (a) What are *air pollutant*, "air pollution*, approved fuel', 'approved appliance and

emission*, as per the Air Act?    5x2

(b) Explain Ihe power of central government to give directions of closure etc as per the E.P.Acl.

(e) Write short note on Road Safety Councils and Committees*.

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