Abstract:modification of standards for significant hazards. As well, social attitudes change and society generally becomes more risk-averse over time. An alternative approach is 'continuous quality improvement' (CQI), which is an ongoing process for the optimisation of risk, efficiency of operations, and consumption of resources. The 'Deming Cycle' (Plan! Do! Study! Act! [repeat]), for example, is the standard management approach for quality assurance in the private sector. CQI has advantages over fixed standard settin… Show more
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