WhatIfAnalysis

An approach in which a group of experts identify hazards and their consequences, safeguards and possible risk reduction measures related to a function or system based on answering questions that begin with "What if...".[12]

1. Is a creative brainstorming technique used for hazard assessment. [10]

2. An approach in which a group of experts identify hazards and their consequences, safeguards and possible risk reduction measures related to a function or system based on answering questions that begin with "What if...". [1]

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Sources
1. IACS International Association of Classification Societies LTD
10. ARF Document The exact reference is not provided.
12. MSC/Circ.1023-MEPC/Circ.392 Formal Safety Assessment

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