“Accident” vs. “Incident”: What’s the Difference?
May 28, 2023
Engram
The difference between “accident” and “incident”
- An accident is an unintended event that typically has a negative outcome such as damage, injury, or loss, while an incident is an intended or unintended event that has either a positive, negative, or neutral outcome.
- All accidents are incidents, but not all incidents are accidents.
- In safety and legal terms, an accident is an unexpected event that results in serious injury or losses, while an incident involves property damage or a minor injury.
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What is the definition of “accident” and “incident”?
Accident
- An accident is an unplanned event that usually results in a negative outcome such as damage, injury, or loss.
- An accident is an unexpected event that occurs due to an external factor beyond one’s control.
- Accidents can have unintended consequences that can be severe and affect people and property.
Incident
- An incident is either a planned or unplanned event in which something out of the ordinary occurs.
- An incident can have either a positive, negative, or neutral outcome.
- Incidents can have intended or unintended consequences that may or may not affect people and property.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Accident” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Accident
671,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- She was involved in a car accident last night on her way home.
- I accidentally spilled coffee on your new shirt.
- The factory explosion was an unfortunate accident that claimed many lives.
Incident
664,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The incident at the airport caused massive delays for travelers.
- The police were called to handle the incident at the local bar.
- The school had to investigate the bullying incident reported by the student.
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