Which term is described as a learning session not intended to assign blame?

• A. Postincident Analysis
• B. Incident Critique
• C. CAN Reports
• D. Damming

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is the type of post-incident discussion that focuses on learning and improvement without assigning blame. The term that best fits is Incident Critique. This kind of session is designed to examine what happened, why it happened, and what can be changed to prevent recurrence, all in a nonpunitive, collaborative environment. It centers on actions, procedures, equipment, and decisions, rather than on individuals, so lessons can be implemented and safety practices improved.

Postincident Analysis can be more formal and may carry implications of deeper investigation or accountability, which is not always the intent of a learning-focused debrief. CAN Reports aren’t a recognized term for this concept, and Damming isn’t a relevant term in this context.