Near Miss Reporting Explained: Strengthening Safety Before Accidents Occur
Serious workplace accidents rarely happen without warning. In many cases, smaller incidents occur first, signaling that hazards already exist but have not been identified or addressed. These warning events, commonly referred to as near misses, may not result in injuries or damage, yet they reveal weaknesses that could eventually lead to major accidents, equipment failures, environmental issues, or interruptions to business operations.
Recognizing and documenting these close calls allows organizations to intervene before minor risks develop into ser