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Incident & Investigation
Near Miss (or Close Call)
Understanding this OSHA term is essential for workplace safety compliance and protecting your workforce.
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An unplanned event that did not result in injury, illness, or damage – but had the potential to do so. It is an incident where a fortunate break in the chain of events prevented an injury or loss.
business_center Why This Matters to Your Business
Reporting and investigating near misses is a critical component of a proactive safety culture. These events are 'free lessons' that provide valuable insights into system weaknesses and hazards *before* they cause actual harm. Addressing near misses helps prevent future, potentially severe, incidents.
How QuickCare Supports You
While QuickCare Solutions is primarily involved when an injury *does* occur, fostering a culture where near misses are reported is something we support. Our Safety Training can emphasize the importance of reporting all incidents, including near misses. Data from actual injuries treated by our On-Site First-Aid Response team can sometimes highlight areas where near misses might also be occurring, prompting further investigation by your safety team.