27/07/2024
Accident:
- An employee slips on a wet floor and breaks their ankle.
- A machine malfunctions and crushes a worker's hand.
- A driver crashes a company vehicle into another car.
Incident:
- An employee reports a near-miss after almost being struck by a falling object.
- A chemical spill occurs, but no one is injured.
- A fire alarm goes off, but no fire is found.
Near Miss:
- An employee almost steps into an open pit, but catches themselves just in time.
- A tool falls from a height, but lands just inches away from a coworker.
- A driver almost collides with another vehicle, but swerves just in time to avoid the crash.
Note:
- Accidents result in injury or damage.
- Incidents have the potential to cause harm, but no one is injured.
- Near misses have the potential to cause harm, but are avoided by chance or quick action.
These examples illustrate the differences between accidents, incidents, and near misses, highlighting the importance of reporting and learning from all three to prevent future harm.
