Concept information

accident > technological accident
disaster > human-made disaster > technological accident

Preferred term

technological accident  

Definition

  • An unexpected incident, failure or loss occurring through the application of practical or mechanical sciences to industry or commerce that poses potential harm to persons, property or the environment.

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/12784

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