TY  - JOUR
PY  - 1984//
TI  - The deviation concept in occupational accident control--I : Definition and classification
JO  - Accident analysis and prevention
A1  - Kjellén, Urban
SP  - 289
EP  - 306
VL  - 16
IS  - 4
N2  - This paper, presented in two parts, assesses the potentialities and limitations of the deviation concept as applied to occupational accident control. A systems variable is classified as a deviation when its value falls outside a norm. In Part I, a systems model of accidents that incorporates the deviation concept is presented. Theories, models, terms, and taxonomies of the occupational accident research literature are analyzed in relation to this model in order to identify general elements. Theoretical and methodological problems concerning the definition of norms and taxonomies of deviations are discussed. In Part II measures of the significance of deviations with respect to the risk of accidents and criteria for the assessment of methods for the collection of data on deviations are operationalized. Empirical research on relations between deviations and accidents and on methods for data collection are reviewed on the basis of these measures and criteria. It is concluded that the deviation concept provides a valid basis for the design of information systems for the efficient control of accidents in production systems in operation. Considerations for the design of information systems for the collection, storing, processing, and feedback of information on deviations for accident prevention purposes are discussed.<p />
LA  - en
SN  - 0001-4575
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -