I would not wish to imply that most industrial accidents…
“I would not wish to imply that most industrial accidents are due to intemperance. But, certainly, temperance has never failed to reduce their number.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Temperance, or moderation, reduces industrial accidents, though not all are caused by excess.
In simple terms: Moderation lowers accident rates.
Promote moderation in workplaces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- factory safety audits
- employee training
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can safety culture complement moderation?
- What other factors cause accidents?
Temperance alone cannot eliminate all accidents.