Chapter 1
Overview of Graphic
Communications 22
Academic Link: History of Print 23
Why Is Communication
Important? 23
Producing Visual Images 24
Copy and Art Preparation 25
Editing 27
Page Composition 27
Photoconversion 27
Image Assembly 28
Platemaking 29
Think Green: Overview 29
Printing Processes 29
Relief Printing 29
Planography 30
Intaglio Process 31
Porous Printing 31
Impactless Printing 32
Binding and Finishing 32
Binding 32
Finishing 33
Segments of the Industry 34
Commercial Printing 34
Periodical Printing 34
Newspaper Printing 34
Book Printing 35
In-Plant Printing 36
Forms Printing 36
Financial Printing 36
Package Printing 36
Chapter 2
Safety and Health 38
Safety and Health Program
39
Mechanical Hazards 41
Machine Guarding 41
Lockout Devices 44
Personal Protection 44
Tools, Materials, and Equipment Handling 45
Tips for Safe Lifting 45
Chemical Hazards 46
Chemical Handling and Disposal 46
Types of Chemicals and Agents 47
Career Link:
Safety Specialist 49
Material Safety Data Sheets 50
Fire Prevention 50
Noise 52
Academic Link: Measuring Sound 54
Light Hazards 55
Ergonomic Hazards 55
C
ontents
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