Safety

• What is the primary requirement for all products intended for consumer use?

  All products should be safe for the consumer to use.
• What must designers and manufacturers ensure before placing products in the market?

  Products must meet minimum safety standards.
• What process do products undergo to ensure they meet safety standards?

  Products go through rigorous testing.
• How does rigorous testing of products impact user safety?

  It hugely limits the chance of injury to the user.
• What should be done when a risk cannot be eliminated in product design?

  Regularity warnings should be clearly visible.
• What is the responsibility of designers regarding product safety?

  Designers must ensure that the product is safe and complies with safety regulations.
• What organizations' regulations must products comply with in the UK?

  British Standards Institution and The Conformité Européene.
• What are some potential hazards that could harm a user while driving a car?

  1. Distracted driving
  2. Speeding
  3. Weather conditions (rain, snow, fog)
  4. Mechanical failure
  5. Poor road conditions
  6. Driving under the influence
  7. Fatigue
  8. Aggressive driving
  9. Inexperienced drivers

  10. Lack of seatbelt use

  11. Blind spots

  12. Vehicle collisions
• What design features are included in cars to minimize risks to users?

  • Airbags for impact protection
  • Anti-lock braking systems (ABS)
  • Electronic stability control (ESC)
  • Crumple zones to absorb impact
  • Seatbelts for occupant restraint
  • Rearview cameras for visibility
  • Blind-spot monitoring systems
  • Traction control systems
  • Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
  • Lane departure warning systems