OHS Fundamentals-Assignment 2
Instructions
Analyzing Accident Costs in Canada
Objective
Choose one accident or tragedy from the list provided below and write an individual paper (5001000 words) analyzing the types of costs associated with the chosen incident.
Your paper should:
1. Define and provide specific examples of the following types of costs based on the
accident:
o Direct Costs
o Indirect Costs
o Hidden Costs
2. Explain how the hidden costs of the accident could be estimated.
Tragedy List (Canada)
Choose one of the following Canadian incidents to base your analysis on:
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Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash (2018)
Lac-Mégantic Rail Disaster (2013)
Westray Mine Explosion (1992)
Walkerton Water Crisis (2000)
Mount Polley Tailings Pond Breach (2014)
Elliot Lake Algo Centre Mall Collapse (2012)
Expected Structure
1. Cover page
2. Introduction
o Briefly introduce the chosen incident, including what happened and its
significance.
3. Main Body
o Direct Costs: Define and provide specific examples (e.g., medical expenses,
cleanup costs) related to the incident.
o Indirect Costs: Define and provide examples (e.g., lost business opportunities,
supply chain disruptions).
o Hidden Costs: Define and provide examples (e.g., reputational damage,
psychological impacts).
o Estimating Hidden Costs: Describe methods to approximate these costs (e.g.,
stakeholder surveys, long-term financial analysis).
4. Conclusion
o Summarize the key costs and their implications for future prevention and
management efforts.
Formatting Requirements
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Use APA7 format for citations and references.
Ensure proper grammar, clarity, and logical flow.
Stay within the 500-1000 word limit.
Submission:
Upload your completed paper to the assignment portal.
GRADING, DUE DATES
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The assignment is weighted according to the amount listed in your syllabus. The due date
for the written report is May 30, 2025.
There are no exceptions. If either component of the Assignment is not completed, it will
result in a mark of 0 being given for entire Assignment.
Penalties for Late Submissions: A 10% deduction per day will be applied to late
assignments. Missing the deadline will result in a grade of 0.
Evaluation Criteria
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Clarity of Definitions and Examples: Specific and relevant analysis of direct, indirect,
and hidden costs for the chosen incident.
Depth of Analysis: Thoughtful discussion of hidden costs and estimation methods.
Adherence to Instructions: Follows APA7 formatting, meets the word limit, and is wellorganized.
Relevance to the Chosen Incident: Examples directly relate to the selected Canadian
tragedy.
Be sure to choose a tragedy early, research thoroughly, and review your work before submission!
Written Essay (20 marks)
Please review the detailed marking rubric in your syllabus for grading specifics.
All the best,
Anderson OHS team