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Can the CAP be used to establish effective communications for both of these
types? Why?
- answer-If both types can understand the reasons for taking risks they can arrive at
a joint decision.
Define Type 'A' and Type 'B' risk-‐takers. Which category do technicians and
managers fall into?
- answer-Type A:
-The classic thrill-seeker who gets pleasure from a short-term adrenaline rush.
*These individuals are likely to be involved in activities such as skydiving, bungee
jumping, aerobatic flying, etc.
-These people are typically afraid of activities that involve a radical change in their
life.
*Moving,, changing jobs, changing careers, etc., are 'high-risk activities' for them.
Type B:
-The type of individuals who would be excited about the prospect of a career
change or a move, but would tend to avoid skydiving, bungee jumping or
gambling.
_These people derive thrill from being challenged to adapt to a new environment
or circumstance, but they fear short-term thrills.
*They are more likely to take calculated risks rather than take spontaneous risks.
Mechanics: Tend to be skewed toward Type B tendencies. *Rule-based decision
makers
Managers: Tend to be skewed toward Type A tendencies. *Risk-based decision
makers
, Organizations tend to be what type of Level decision-‐makers and why?
- answer-Organizations tend to be susceptible to economic pressures and
consequently, they are Level 1 decision makers.
-In heavily regulated industries (aviation), market competition is strong and
survival is at stake, safety related decisions tend to be made on Level 1 basis.
-Safety programs are supported because they are a regulatory requirement, rather
than a good program to support.
Specialists in moral philosophy draw distinctions between what two approaches?
Describe each.
- answer-An agent perspective deals primarily with a persons habits and character.
An action perspective focuses on rights and consequences.
The CAP utilizes specific strategy, structure, and process. Describe each.
- answer-The strategy uses team decision making to address risk assessment.
The structure includes briefing all parties involved
The process provides a way to resolve conflicting viewpoints among those
involved.
The practice of ethical behavior is associated with trust. Why?
- answer-When trust is lost, people are less likely to uphold the organization's
ethics.
What are Kohlberg's 3 categories of decision makers?
- answer-Level 1: Self-Interest:decision makers tend to abide by the published
rules such as regulations or corporate policies out of fear of prosecution if these
rules were violated.
Level 2: Conformity to One's Society: tend to abide by the unpublished rules of
their social groups - the rules that enable acceptance or membership of the desired
group.
Level-3 Principle of Respect: are risk-based decision-makers who are able to
ascertain the risks involved in their decisions and then choose their course of
action.