Exercise 1.Choose the correct word in the following sentences.
1. We must check / control the temperature regularly to make sure it doesn't rise.
2. To compare the number of defects over the last ten years, it would be best to use a Pareto / bar chart.
3. We try to detect / define faulty products before they are sent to our customers.
4. But it's a better idea to protect / prevent faulty products in the first place.
5. Making sure that materials are stored correctly is part of process / inventory control.
6. We're sending our engineer who will repair / remake the faulty motor.
7. We have had problems with the electronic equipment due to power errors / failures.
8. This process is very inefficient because of the volume of scrap / error left over.
9. Here is a list of things we could do to improve quality, and now we must define / prioritize them.
10. Improving the design quality of these cars will add value / variability.
Exercise 2. Choose the correct ending from B to complete each of the following sentences in A and then produce a short article about Japanese cars.
| A | B |
| Let us consider what happened when Japanese cars | as often as British or American cars |
| Local manufacturers thought they were cheap | which exceeded their expectations |
| But soon people noticed that they didn't break down | they provided value for money |
| At the same time Japanese manufacturers started trying to | were first imported into the UK and America |
| Customers were delighted with the new cars | and of low quality |
| The cars did more than simply satisfy customers' requirements | meet customer needs in terms of style and design |
Exercise 3.Choose the correct word in each sentence. Translate the sentences.
1. Store containers in a well-ventilated / good-ventilated place.
2. Wipe up any spillages immediately and wash/rinse with soapy water.
3. Process cooling water can be returned / recycled.
4. This chemical is toxic / intoxicating if swallowed.
5. Leftover chemicals should be disproved / disposed of safely.
6. Please wear protective gloves when fingering / handling this material.
7. Remember that asbestos fibres can cause cancer / coma.
8. Pregnant women should not take this medicine as it may cause birth defects / effects.
9. Increased levels of radiation may lead to compared / impaired fertility.
10. Do not empty chemical paint products into the drains / grains.
11. Protect / Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
12. Do not use with other products as it may release dangerous fumes / fumigation.
Exercise 4.Complete the following sentences with a form of the word in brackets.
1. When working in this area, please wear ______ clothing (protect).
2. Don't pour used chemicals into the drains as they will cause _______
(contaminate).
3. Heating this liquid may cause an _________ (explode).
4. These chemicals must be kept in a locked cupboard because they are ______(harm).
5. While they repair the roof, we will close this department as a ______
measure (precaution).
6. __________ health is one part of Health and Safety (occupation).
7. Working in a noisy factory without ear protectors is a ________ activity (danger).
8. Petrol and oil are ___________ chemicals (flame).
9. Make sure the containers are closed __________ (tight).
10. Make sure you are wearing breathing equipment before starting
________ (fume).
Exercise 5.The manager in charge of health and safety is explaining things to some new employees. Complete what he says by filling the blanks with the correct word from using the following words: noise, protection, drowsiness, dust, accidents, smoke, poisonous, fumes, risks, burns, goggles.
Manager: New government regulations mean that we are all required to be more aware of _________ workplace. As your employer, we will provide you with the necessary equipment. You must wear ______ to protect your eyes when working on this machinery. You should also wear ear ______ because the _______ from the machines is high enough to cause damage to your hearing. And of course, there is a lot of ______ in the air, so please wear masks to stop you breathing it in. But you too responsible for your safety and for preventing _________ happening.
Employee: Are we looking risks?
Manager: Yes, of course. Remember that it is very dangerous to ______ near the chemical store. In fact, we have a no smoking policy throughout the company. Chemicals themselves are, of course, _______ so they should never enter your mouth. They could cause _______ if you get them on your skin. If you leave them without a lid, _______ may escape and cause headaches, __________ or dizziness.