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Question 1

Identify a minimum of three important points from Deming's list of 14 points that clearly distinguish Deming's philosophies from that of the top-down hierarchical approach to management.

****Response should be a minimum of 200 words in length.

Question 2

Some believe that companies that utilize a management systems approach outperform their competition. Identify whether you agree with this position and support your position with a well-reasoned and supported argument.

****Response should be a minimum of 200 words in length.

Question 3

What would you look for in a company software system to support your ESH endeavors and why?

****Response should be a minimum of 200 words in length.

Question 4

Evaluate at least two of the software systems identified in this unit that are used by companies that practice a management systems approach to ESH. Discuss some of the pros and cons of each. Which would you recommend for your course project organization and why?

****Response should be a minimum of 350 words in length.

Question 5

Discuss to what degree you think the traditional, top-down, regulatory approach to safety has been successful as compared to what you know and understand about the management systems approach.  Give some examples to compare with your fellow students.

****Response should be a minimum of 200 words in length.

Course Textbook PDF Information:

Pardy, W., & Andrews, T. (2010). Integrated management systems: Leading strategies

and solutions. Plymouth, United Kingdom: Government Institutes.

Chapters 7, 8, & 9

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