Disaster & Accident

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Document Type : Environmental Terminology

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1 Department of Natural Environment, Faculty of Natural Resources, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran

2 Department of Natural Environmental, Faculty of Natural Resources, University College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran.

Abstract

Disaster is defined as a social phenomenon and the result of human interaction with hazards in which a society is disrupted and damaged, while the accident refers to an unintended event that may lead to injury and can occur through human errors or technical defects. The notion that a disaster is inevitable or an accident is unexpected should not make you feel powerless. by studying the effective factors in disaster and accident formation, steps can be identified to reduce vulnerability and increase the adaptation capacity of systems. A disaster is a true reflection of the level of vulnerability and resilience of the system, while an accident can indicate disturbance or defect of the Safety systems. Ultimately, an accident represents the influencing factor, while a disaster constitutes the outcome or the systemic impact of events on a social system. This article analyzes the fundamental differences between the concepts of accidents and disasters and highlights the importance of understanding these factors for effective risk management and appropriate response planning.

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Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 24 June 2025

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