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Near Miss is an unplanned event that has the potential to cause injury, illness or property damage but does not actually result in any harm. Near misses are important because they can provide valuable information about potential hazards and help to prevent accidents from happening. Near-misses can happen in any workplace and they can be caused by a variety of factors including human error, equipment failure or environmental hazards. Near-misses are often overlooked but they should be reported so that they can be investigated and corrective actions can be taken to prevent accidents from happening.
Unsafe working conditions, bad driving habits, unsafe employee work habits, improper use of equipment or use of malfunctioning equipment have the potential to cause serious injuries. It is everyone’s responsibility to report and or correct these potential accidents/incidents immediately.
OVERVIEW
In our commitment to achieve Zero Harm to all employees , community and our environment, we take this moment to encourage you to take ownership of the Near Hit/Hazard Reporting initiative as it is a powerful and proactive tool to assist us in identifying and managing of dangerous situations, thereby preventing accidents.
It is a given fact that all incidents are preceded by a chain of events that warn of a potential occurrence. Therefore all, including supervisors, managers, community leaders and business partners are strongly reminded to encourage all employees and community at large to report any potential hazards and Near Hits Incidents. These will all be meticulously recorded, reported, investigated and corrective or preventative measures taken.
Near Hit reporting is core to us as in striving for zero-harm, by putting in place proactive control measures to address and eliminate possible accidents before they even occur.
So, take a caring position, be watchful of your peers and subordinates as they execute their task and remember, their safety is in your hands.......be bold to say NO to injuries and be vocal against all incidents. ZERO HARM is possible because all accidents are preventable and avoidable. Therefore let us all play our part.
How Do Near Miss Reporting Systems Prevent Future Incidents?
Many safety activities are reactive and not proactive, and some organizations wait for losses to occur before taking steps to prevent a recurrence. Near miss incidents often precede loss producing events but may be overlooked as there was no harm (no injury, damage or loss). An organization may not have a reporting culture where employees are encouraged to report these close calls. Thus, many opportunities to prevent the incidents are lost. History has shown repeatedly that most loss producing events (incidents), both serious and catastrophic, were preceded by warnings or near miss incidents. Recognizing and reporting near miss incidents can significantly improve worker safety and enhance an organization’s safety culture.
Just because the incident didn't result in a loss, illness or damage doesn't mean it should go unnoticed. Near misses represent the perfect time to improve and prevent incidents from becoming catastrophic accidents.
Reporting a near miss or a “close call” can provide ways for people to understand how an accident could have happened and how to prevent an accident in the future with out anyone getting hurt or property damage.
EVERYONE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFETY
Recognizing hazards and doing something about them is everyone's responsibility!
Safety is everyone's responsibility! As an employee and individual before executing any task, you should:
a. Learn to work safely and take all rules seriously.
b. Recognize hazards and avoid them.
c. Report all accidents, injuries and illness to your superior and authority immediately.
d. Inspect tools, equipment before use to avoid injury.
e. Wear all assigned personal protective equipment.
Near-misses is a wake-up call for you and those around you. IINCIMA SYSTEM provide forms and guidelines on how to implement a reporting process that will help prevent serious injuries and accidents. We also have other tools to help improve your injury prevention program.
KEY POINTS
• Incidents occur every day around us that could result in a serious injury or damage.
• A near-miss program may help prevent future incidents.
• One problem that companies must overcome is employee’s fear of being blamed after reporting a near miss.
• Employers need to make the process of reporting a near miss as easy as possible.
Benefits of reporting Near-misses
Near misses should be viewed as an opportunity to improve safety programs, procedures, training and practices on the job site or in the workplace
They can help to identify potential hazards that may not be Otherwise Known.
They can help to create a culture of safety in the workplace.
They reveal vulnerabilities in your safety protocols and processes before an actual accident occurs
Help create a strong safety culture and can provide companies with great insights into potential problem areas within their business to help prevent future possible incidents.
Tips for preventing accidents
Be aware of your surroundings and be on the lookout for potential hazards.
Follow all safety rules and procedures.
Use the proper safety equipment. Always put on your safety clothing when ever you are carrying any task. Get into the habit of wearing a safety boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, safety belt e.t.c
Report any hazards to your supervisor or relevant person.
Take rest, Stay sober and focused all the time
By following these tips you can help to create a safe work environment for yourself and your co-workers.
By reducing the number of minor accidents, industrial companies would see a correlating fall in the number of major accidents. H.W Heinrich
Unsafe Condition
Unsafe conditions encompass physical elements or conditions within the workplace that have the potential to cause harm. These may include poor housekeeping, inadequate lighting or ventilation, malfunctioning equipment, or improper handling of hazardous materials. Examples of Unsafe Working Conditions in the Workplace: Flooring that has debris, water, or slippery substances that create a hazard
Unsafe Act
Unsafe acts refer to any behavior or action that can potentially cause harm or injury to oneself or others in the workplace . e.g. not wearing personal protective equipment, using equipment improperly, horseplay, and ignoring safety procedures.
There are two types categories of unsafe acts (1) unintended actions that include slips, lapses, and mistakes , and (2) intended actions such as violations
Near Miss
A near miss is an unplanned event that has the potential to cause, but does not actually result in human injury, environmental or equipment damage, or an interruption to normal operation . Near misses also may be referred to as near accidents, accident precursors, injury-free events and, in the case of moving objects, near collisions. An improperly stacked heavy box falls off a shelf and lands close to a staff member who’s standing nearby.
Accident
An accident is an undesirable or unfortunate happening that occurs unintentionally and usually results in harm, injury, damage, or loss. Accidents can be as small as a bump in the head due to tripping or as huge as a major chemical burn. Accidents in the workplace can happen for several reasons: 1. The failure of a piece of machinery or equipment. 2. Poor workplace conditions. 3. Failing to follow safety guidelines.
Recognizing and addressing unsafe acts and conditions is crucial for maintaining a safe and secure workplace. By proactively identifying these hazards, employers and employees can mitigate risks and prevent potential accidents, injuries, and productivity losses .
If you experience a near-miss it is important to report it to your supervisor or another designated person. When reporting a near-miss be sure to include the following information; the date time and location of the near miss, a description of what happened, any corrective actions that were taken. Near misses are an important part of Safety Management by reporting near-misses we can identify potential hazards and take steps to prevent accidents from happening. By creating a culture of safety in the workplace we can help to keep everyone safe.
Heinrich 300-29-1 Model
In 1931, William Herbert Heinrich researched on 75000 no’s work injuries when he worked in an insurance company and wanted to reduce serious/major accidents. He surprised and notices that similar injuries pattern occurs so regularly. Then he created Heinrich’s Pyramid also called Heinrich’s Triangle or Heinrich’s Law. He observed that every 300 near missed event causes 29 minor injuries and one major injury or fatality. Henry believes that to eliminate injuries, first needed to eliminate the minor incidents.
William Herbert Heinrich concluded that every 300 near miss has 29 minor and 1 major injury, to eliminate the major injury reduce the near miss cases. Heinrich triangle is pictorial representation of relationship between near miss incident and accidents. This is used to identify where the risk are high and where to investigate to prevent risk Heinrich Theory:
1) Behind every accident there is a cause
2) Accident don’t happen but they are caused
3) 78% of accidents cause due to unsafe act
4) 20% of the accidents are due to unsafe condition
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