is a departure from acceptable or desirable operation (for example of a component or system) that can result in unacceptable or undesirable consequence. [1]
A departure from acceptable or desirable operation (for example of a component or system) that can result in unacceptable or undesirable consequence.[12]
Sources
1. IACS International Association of Classification Societies LTD
12. MSC/Circ.1023-MEPC/Circ.392 Formal Safety Assessment
