Tuesday, 25 February 2025

The Cult Of Negligence.

The Cult of Negligence: A Detailed Exploration

1. Introduction

"The Cult of Negligence" is a metaphorical concept describing a systemic culture within organizations, societies, or groups where neglectful practices become normalized...

2. Characteristics

  • Normalization of Deviance: Gradually accepting risky practices
  • Denial of Responsibility: Diffusing blame through hierarchies

3. Mechanisms of Development

Example: Economic Pressures

The Ford Pinto case (1970s) demonstrated how cost-benefit analyses prioritized profits over human safety...

4. Case Studies

Boeing 737 MAX Crashes (2018–2019)

Prioritized rapid certification over safety protocols...

5. Psychological Factors

"Moral disengagement allows individuals to rationalize negligence as unavoidable."

6. Consequences

Type Example
Human Harm Flint water crisis

7. Counteractions

Key Solutions:

  1. Whistleblower protections
  2. Ethical leadership training

Conclusion

The Cult of Negligence reveals how systemic neglect becomes entrenched...

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