Risk Work Definition Flashcards
Avoidable
An accident which can be prevented
Potential
Possible, able to happen. Somthing that can develop or become a potential risk
Unavailable
An accident that can’t be prevented
Environmental
Th area un which somthing occurs
Hazards
To think an accident may occur
Unpredictable
To be unable to think an accident may occur
Precautions
Actions taken in advance to protect against possible danger, failure or injury. Acts as a safety guard
Abuse
Physical or emotional harm to someone
Missuse
To use incorrectly
Consequences
A result or effect an action or condition
Fatalities
A death resulting from an accident or disaster
Risk
A situation that involves an action and could create a positve or negative effect on the subject.
Harm minimising
To have an intention to lessen the negative consequences of a risk