William Haddon

William Haddon was a pioneering safety researcher who developed the "Haddon Matrix," a framework for understanding and preventing injuries. He focused on how accidents happen and identified factors before, during, and after an incident that can be addressed to reduce harm. His work has been influential in fields like traffic safety, workplace safety, and public health, emphasizing a comprehensive approach that includes vehicle design, environment, and human behavior. Haddon’s insights have helped develop strategies to prevent injuries and save lives by targeting all stages of an accident.