· Evaluate whether economic incentive systems are more or less ethically justifiable than the traditional regulatory approach. Consider the effects of economic incentive systems on prices paid by the poor, on employment, and on the speed of compliance with pollution control laws as well as the author’s thesis.
In the book, What Price Incentives?, the author, Steven Kelman, suggests that the use of economic incentives (such as emission charges or emissions trading) in environmental policy is undesirable. He argues that transforming our mental image of the environment from a sanctified preserve to a marketable commodity has detrimental effects not only on our use of the environment, but also on our attitude toward it. He believes that applying economic incentives to environmental policy weakens and cheapens our traditional values toward the environment.
Prepare a three-page paper (not including the title and reference pages) on the following:
· Evaluate whether economic incentive systems are more or less ethically justifiable than the traditional regulatory approach. Consider the effects of economic incentive systems on prices paid by the poor, on employment, and on the speed of compliance with pollution control laws as well as the author’s thesis.
· Kelman believes that emission allowances automatically prevent environmental degradation since they are more ethically desirable than emission charges. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages associated with the two systems: emission allowances and emission charges. Discuss whether you are in alignment or not with the author (Kelman). Defend your position.
· If we were to allow the private market to bring about an efficient outcome that society would deem desirable, could the true market benefit and cost be effectively reflected? Explain why and use an example to illustrate your response.

Develop a response plan for a mock incident involving a facility or location in your community. This is a single incident of your choosing, such as a fire, active shooter, natural disaster, etc.  We are looking for you to simulate an incident response and use your project as an opportunity to demonstrate what you have learned about the incident command process during the course.  The Powerpoint presentation should contain the following slides:

• Slide 1 – Title Page
• Slide 2 – Overview of the Incident
• Slides 3 – 9 – Comprehensive Response Plan
• Last slide – References

Decide who will be the Incident Commander (IC).  Or you could choose a Unified Command (UC).  Develop the five ICS functional areas and specific responsibilities for each area pertaining to your incident.  A completely developed and detailed Incident Action Plan (IAP) should be included as part of your presentation.  You should also include maps, images as well as the completed ICS Forms (excel file) we worked on during the Week 6 Forum.
You should use a minimum of three sources to support your plan. These sources may include applicable federal, state, or local laws, as well as research or other sources relevant to your plan.
Your powerpoint presentation should contain a minimum of 10 slides, including your title and reference slides. All sources used must be properly cited. Your references should be formatted in APA style.

Hazardous Noises Report After receiving good remarks from your previous work, you hear that Acme Manufacturing Co. has asked you and BSCI to return for some additional work. BSCI has been contracted by Acme Manufacturing Co. to conduct a study to determine employee exposures to noise. In addition, Acme Manufacturing Co. has requested that, while on site, you conduct a needs analysis to determine the development of a new safety training program, exhibiting training and management techniques. Explain your methodology and the steps in conducting this needs analysis. After conducting a field assessment, prepare a written report for Bob Sanders (CSP) to present to the Board of Directors. During your field investigation, you find the following field observations: Machine Shop #1 The company has an on-site maintenance and repair facility. Inside Machine Shop #1, there are five employees that operate a variety of machines, ranging from stationary and portable grinders, drill presses, and metal shearers. Based on the information provided in the following table, determine the individual employee’s exposure: (DO NOT COMBINE NOISE LEVELS)

Carpentry Shop #2 Inside Carpentry Shop #2, there are six machines operating almost continuously, including table saws, planers, exhaust systems, jointers, with 10 employees working in this area. To determine whether this table should be designated as a hazardous noise environment, thus requiring employees to be entered into the hearing conservation program, you must calculate combined exposures and treat the entire area as one noise source. The following table indicates the recorded measurements that you collected during your on-site assessment. Does the data from this table indicate a hazardous noise environment, and do you recommend entering employees into a hearing conservation program?

Electronic Communication Repair Shop Acme Manufacturing is currently considering remodeling this shop in order to install a new noise absorbing wall and floor insulation. They have asked that you review the previous history of noise level exposures in this area and provide your recommendations. However, this data is given in measurements of N/m², but the Project Engineer is requesting the information in W/m². Given the following data, convert N/m² to W/m² and include it in your report:

Respond to the details in each section, and format your report in APA style. Include at least each of the following in your report for this unit:

· Introduction-briefly describe why the studies were performed (why you started the study).

· Report details-briefly discuss the details of the scenario (what you found from the study).

· Conclusions and recommendations-briefly describe your recommendations based on your findings (what you recommend to resolve any deficiencies).

· Appendix-Measurements and calculations (show your work).

· At least 4 page (double-spaced) in length (not including the reference page and appendices).

Prepare your report in a word-processing application (i.e., Word) using APA formatting for all references and in-text citations.