Multiple causation

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Although not necessarily intended, such report formats lead to identification of a single causal factor, usually the unsafe act, rather than stressing the concept of multiple causation. Sometimes—but only sometimes — a contributory causal factor was also identified. 

In some entities, it is required that an incident investigation team be selected and gathered if the results of the incident were serious or could have been serious under other circumstances. Reports prepared by investigation teams (12 of them were received) were a pleasure to read. Every one reflected an understanding of multiple causation and pursued several routes in causal factors determination and in selecting corrective actions. 

The analyst(s) should keep in mind the concept of multiple causation [i.e.] the combined effect of several risk factors, jobs, operations, or work stations that have multiple risk factors have a higher probability of causing [eigonomics-related] disorders. 

Explain the basic premise of any multiple causation accident theory. 

Multiple Causation Accident Theories Multiple Factors Theory... 

One variation of the Multiple Causation Theory is R. J. Firenzie s Theory of Accident Causation. Firenzie s theory is based on interaction among three components person, machine, and environment. Human variables of information, decisions, and perception of risks combine with machine hazards and environmental factors affecting the likelihood of an accident. 

In any accident investigation, consider the aspect of multiple causation. The contributing factors surrounding an accident, as well as the unsafe acts and unsafe conditions, should be considered. If only the unsafe acts and conditions are considered when investigating an accident, little will be accomplished toward any accident prevention effort because the root causes still remain. This leaves the possibility for an accident to recur. The root causes are items such as management policies and decisions, and the personal and environmental factors that could prevent accidents when corrected. 

The theory of multiple causation must be considered when investigating accidents. 

Today, we know that behind every accident there he maty contributing factors, causes, and subcauses. The theory of multiple causation is that these factors combine together in random fashion, causing accidents. If this is tme, om investigation of accidents ought to identify some of these. 

Let us briefly look at the contrast between the multiple causation theory and om too rarrow interpretation of the domino theory. We shah look at a common accident a person falls off a stepladder. If we inveshgate this accident using some cmrent accident investigahon forms, we are asked to idenhfy one act or one condihon ... 

Let us look at the same accident in terms of multiple causation. Multiple causation asks what ate some of the contributing factors surrounding this incident We might ask ... 

Objectives need to be understood by all employees. When developing your objectives you must use clear, understandable language that leaves no doubt about what employees are supposed to do. For example Investigate incidents to determine multiple causation (root cause). This will be unclear to almost everyone. A better example could be Investigate incidents to determine all causes, and take corrective action in 24 hours of the incident. This objective is much clearer, more understandable, and more specific. 

We know that accidents are caused by a combination of factors rather than simply by carelessness and/or unsafe things . Multiple causation is an accepted principle, which must be responded to in kind. There is rarely a simple fix ... 

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