What should a team consider when assessing raw materials and final products during the design phase?

When assessing raw materials and final products during the design phase, a team should consider the transportation methods. Understanding how raw materials will be transported to the facility and how the final products will reach the market is crucial for ensuring an efficient and safe process. Transportation methods can impact the overall safety of a design by influencing the potential risks associated with handling, shipping, and storage of materials. For instance, certain materials may require special handling procedures or specific transportation methods to mitigate the risk of spills, leaks, or accidents.

While cost-effectiveness, quality of materials, and market demand are important considerations in the design process, they do not have the same direct impact on the inherent safety and logistical aspects of material handling and transportation. Proper evaluation of transportation methods facilitates the identification of potential hazards early in the design phase, allowing teams to implement inherently safer design principles effectively.