Accidental Hazard

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Source of harm or difficulty created by negligence, error, or unintended failure.

Sample Usage: The chemical storage tank in the loading area without a concrete barrier may present an accidental hazard.

Source: DHS Risk Lexicon, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2010 Edition. September 2010 Regulatory Guidance

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