In the Well Being Program, what best describes a Grievous Incident?

• A. Something that shocks the conscious, such as witnessing a death
• B. A minor property damage incident
• C. A non-injury incident
• D. A routine call

Answer: (A)

Grievous incidents in the Well Being Program are defined by the strong emotional impact they have on a person—events that shock the conscience and can disrupt mental well-being. Witnessing a death is a prime example because it immediately confronts someone with mortality and life-or-death stakes, which can trigger intense stress responses and long-lasting emotional effects. The other scenarios describe events that are less emotionally disruptive or routine in nature, such as minor property damage, non-injury incidents, or a routine call, and therefore don’t fit the concept of a grievous incident.