Just what is it about people that makes
them cause so many accidents?
Children (0-15
years)
The human factor in accidents
to children may include one, or more
likely, several of the following:
Poor parental/adult supervision,
small physical stature, stress
or upset (possibly brought about by
family argument, illness, trouble at school, etc.) curiosity,
showing off and taking risks, spirit
of adventure,
ignorance of the world and its dangers,
lack of knowledge and training.
Children
until the age of at least 12 years,
have not sufficiently developed their
powers of logical reasoning to be able to know and understand
what danger is and how to deal
with
it when it arises. They require
therefore,
very careful supervision, particularly
when very young.
Adults
The human factor in accidents to
adults may be due to any combination
of the following:
Impatience, carelessness, stress,
fatigue, absentmindedness (possibly
linked to stress and tiredness),
negligence, irresponsible behaviour,
taking risks, spirit of adventure, inadequate
knowledge and training, sudden
illness,
the ageing factor, alcohol, drugs
and medicines negligence and
a general disregard for personal
health and safety.
Other contributory
factors may include mechanical defects,
faulty appliances, poorly designed
products, poor house wiring, gas leaks
etc. All of which may give reasonable
cause to pursue your legal entitlements
for compensation
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