Definition

A product typically harbors hazards that originate from specific points - the danger points. A danger point can simultaneously affect multiple components and can be the source of hazards of different kinds.

Differences between component and danger points

Components describe the structure of a product, while danger points describe where a hazard can occur. Components build a hierarchical structure, where each component can consist of further subcomponents. A danger point can be defined on a single component, but can also be located at the transition between two or more components and then be linked to several components. The linking of multiple components does not build on a hierarchy.