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Reporting near misses
A near miss is a free lesson. Reporting it can prevent the next injury.
Key points
- Report near misses right away.
- Focus on fixing the cause, not blame.
- Share what happened with the crew.
- Small hazards matter too.
- Follow up to make sure it's fixed.
Ask the crew
- Did anyone have a close call this week?
- What would make reporting easier?
General safety awareness. Follow your company's procedures, the site plan and the manufacturer's instructions.
