Application of Team Concept/Systems Approach to Investigation of Major Mishaps

Abstract

After a major disaster involving loss of life and property damage, the authorities and other organizations responsible for investigating the cause and taking immediate steps to prevent a recurrence are often not prepared to assume these tasks. The authorities in many disciplines are caught by complete surprise when the unexpected happens and often must look to outside sources to assist, organize or conduct the investigation. The Three Mile Island and Challenger accidents are examples of this type of unpreparedness.