Accident Precursor Analysis and Management: Reducing Technological Risk Through Diligence

by National Academy of Engineering

In the aftermath of catastrophes, it is common to find prior indicators, missed signals, and dismissed alerts that, had they been recognized and appropriately managed before the event, could have resulted in the undesired event being averted. These indicators are typically called precursors. Accident Precursor Analysis and Management: Reducing Technological Risk Through Diligence documents various industrial and academic approaches to detecting,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0309092167
• ISBN13: 9780309092166
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.4" x 8.9"