I think we're close to agreement on this one, if the process was flawed, let's get it fixed rather than scrapping it.
The board has enough to do without taking on the duties of the committees as well, if the committee is not effective, or not doing due dilligence, then perhaps they need some advice.... I don't know, I've never had interaction with the safety committee...

Further, a committee is comprised of humans who can make mistakes, just like you ... and me. Let's not try to place blame, let's fix and move forward.[8D]