Constructing Risk and Safety in Technological Practice

“Constructing Risk and Safety in Technological Practice” by Jane Summerton, published by Routledge in 2003, explores the complexities of risk and safety in modern technological systems. This edition, comprising 200 pages, delves into how risks and uncertainties are constructed and managed across various empirical contexts, highlighting the debates surrounding technology and its implications for individuals, groups, and organizations.

Readers will find a collection of original theoretical discussions complemented by detailed empirical case studies contributed by leading scholars from Europe and the USA. The book addresses significant topics within social science, sociology, and the social aspects of technology and engineering, providing insights into how these fields intersect with contemporary issues of risk management and safety.