The engineers of the Challenger knew that vital rocket seals of the space shuttle would fail at low temperatures, and they struggled with NASA management to delay its launch. But management took an ‘acceptable risk’ with the lives of seven astronauts- including a teacher who was to have talked to schoolchildren from space that day.

Duration: 30 mins.

Location: U.S.A

Training Applications:

• Aero-space/advanced technology engineering

• Safety design issues

• Emergency procedures

• Safety and rescue systems

• Management decision making – success at all costs versus safety considerations

• Statutory policymaking

• Contractor and subcontractor issues

• Training and accreditation issues

• Communication techniques