Accident or Incident, Which should it be?
Each student will explore, develop and express in a two to three-page paper, their own thoughts and philosophy in regard to which term they believe to be most appropriate in the practice of Occupational Health and Safety. Students are expected to research the historical use of the two terms and examine the opinions of various authors and organizations before reaching a personal conclusion as to which term the student prefers. There is no right or wrong, correct or incorrect answer for this assignment. Grading will be based on probative value, and the use of logical argument supported by expressed opinions of other safety professionals and organizations, e.g., Fred A. Manuele, and the National Safety Council.