accident prevention

the use of scientifically tested methods to reduce the number and severity of accidents. These include the systematic study of accidents and the circumstances in which they occur (see accident analysis); the identification and control of workplace hazards (see job-safety analysis); the evaluation and redesign of systems and processes (see safety engineering); and the use of training programs, instruction, and other forms of safety education.

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Psychology term of the day

February 20th 2025

dual representation

the ability to comprehend an object simultaneously as the object itself and as a representation of something else. For example, a photograph of a person can be represented both as the print itself and as the person it depicts. Also called dual encoding; dual orientation.