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'Remixing Rasmussen': The evolution of Accimaps within systemic accident analysis
Patrick Waterson1, Daniel P Jenkins2, Paul M Salmon3
1Human Factors and Complex Systems Group, Loughborough University Design School, Loughborough University, Loughborough, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom.
This study reviews Accimaps, a method for accident analysis, tracing its evolution and application across 27 studies. Findings highlight its versatility and inform best practices for reliable systemic accident investigation.
Area of Science:
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
- Safety Science
- Systems Engineering
Background:
- Jens Rasmussen's work emphasized accident analysis methods.
- Accimaps evolved as a key tool for systemic accident investigation.
- The study reviews the development and application of Accimaps.
Purpose of the Study:
- To trace the evolution and adaptation of Accimaps.
- To assess the validity, reliability, and usability of Accimaps for accident analysis.
- To explore future directions for the Accimap approach.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of 27 studies (2000-2015) applying Accimaps.
- Analysis of Accimap adaptations across diverse domains and accident types.
- Evaluation of methodological continuity and variation in Accimap usage.
Main Results:
- Accimaps have demonstrated versatility and popularity in accident analysis.
- Significant adaptations and integrations with other safety perspectives were observed.
- The review identified both continuity with Rasmussen's original concepts and notable variations.
Conclusions:
- Accimaps provide a valuable framework for systemic accident analysis.
- Future research could explore hybrid models and further extensions of the Accimap approach.
- Ensuring the soundness, usability, validity, and reliability of Accimaps remains crucial.
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