What is safety, what is risky, what is the accident

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Safety is the state of being protected from harm, risk is the likelihood of harm occurring, and an accident is an unexpected event resulting in harm.

Safety involves taking measures to prevent harm from occurring
Risk is the probability of harm occurring, and can be reduced through safety measures
An accident is an unexpected event that results in harm, and can be caused by unsafe conditions or behaviors
Examples of safety measures include wearing personal protective equipment, following safety procedures, and maintaining equipment
Examples of risky behaviors include not wearing safety gear, ignoring warning signs, and taking shortcuts
Examples of accidents include slips, trips, falls, and equipment malfunctions

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