7. Mistakes to avoid
7.1 Do not include non-independent barriers in the event tree.
The method assumes that barriers do not have common modes or causes of failure.
SCROLL TO TOP7.2 Don't confuse the event tree with the consequence tree
Don't confuse an event tree, which shows the different consequences associated with an initiating event depending on whether or not the safety barriers are functioning, with tree diagrams, which aim to identify the different physical phenomena that can result from an initiating event. An example...
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