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A theoretical perspective of man‐made system disasters Social‐technical analysis and design

A theoretical perspective of man‐made system disasters Social‐technical analysis and design Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study major man‐made system disasters and to suggest a solution for filling the noted gaps in control systems interfaces and to render those vital considerations for the next‐generation disaster management control systems. Design/methodology/approach – This research analyzes the nature of large‐scale disasters and observes that most man‐made system disasters are composed of many related events that interact with one another. Findings – The findings show evidence of a common path to catastrophe. These functional failures resulted from the information gaps that eventually contribute to the development of a tragedy. Because of the intricate interconnections among related events of a developed calamity, an integrated approach to man‐made disaster detection and prevention as well as emergency management is required. Practical implications – Conducting an analysis of the typical contingency control structures, the authors suggest that disaster or emergency managers adopt a pessimistic and quasi‐intelligent orientation to monitor and control critical systems. Originality/value – This research presents a generic threat‐driven disaster management control system design with advanced model bases and decision support technologies to enhance conventional disaster management control systems and to supplement management responses so that the sphere and magnitude of damage can be minimized. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Disaster Prevention and Management Emerald Publishing

A theoretical perspective of man‐made system disasters Social‐technical analysis and design

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Publisher
Emerald Publishing
Copyright
Copyright © 2008 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
ISSN
0965-3562
DOI
10.1108/09653560810872550
Publisher site
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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study major man‐made system disasters and to suggest a solution for filling the noted gaps in control systems interfaces and to render those vital considerations for the next‐generation disaster management control systems. Design/methodology/approach – This research analyzes the nature of large‐scale disasters and observes that most man‐made system disasters are composed of many related events that interact with one another. Findings – The findings show evidence of a common path to catastrophe. These functional failures resulted from the information gaps that eventually contribute to the development of a tragedy. Because of the intricate interconnections among related events of a developed calamity, an integrated approach to man‐made disaster detection and prevention as well as emergency management is required. Practical implications – Conducting an analysis of the typical contingency control structures, the authors suggest that disaster or emergency managers adopt a pessimistic and quasi‐intelligent orientation to monitor and control critical systems. Originality/value – This research presents a generic threat‐driven disaster management control system design with advanced model bases and decision support technologies to enhance conventional disaster management control systems and to supplement management responses so that the sphere and magnitude of damage can be minimized.

Journal

Disaster Prevention and ManagementEmerald Publishing

Published: Apr 25, 2008

Keywords: Disasters; Man‐made disasters; Man‐made systems; Emergency measures; Contingency planning; Human failure

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