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Correct language

I was taking a group of building service engineers through the 18th. We were discussing the use of Appendix 5. One chap was very exercised about the BA3 category which is described as utilization-capability-handicapped. He claims the latter word was exorcised from common parlance years ago and would be offensive to many. I am not that politically correct but maybe he has a valid argument,.
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    Chris Pearson:



     


    I disagree. It used to be thought that an apology meant admission of liability, which meant that one should avoid giving one; but current thinking is that it is appropriate to make an expression of regret at the earliest opportunity.


     



    Indeed - however, current thinking seems to suggest that saying sorry makes it all better  - regardless of if it's well meant or not.


    Regards


    OMS


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    Chris Pearson:



     


    I disagree. It used to be thought that an apology meant admission of liability, which meant that one should avoid giving one; but current thinking is that it is appropriate to make an expression of regret at the earliest opportunity.


     



    Indeed - however, current thinking seems to suggest that saying sorry makes it all better  - regardless of if it's well meant or not.


    Regards


    OMS


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