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What is a Near Miss?

A generally accepted definition for "a near miss" is that it is an unplanned event which did not result in injury, illness, or damage – but had the potential to do so. The occurrence of near misses, i.e. precursors of real accidents, demonstrates a high level of safety culture and operational control which is needed to successfully protect human beings from suffering the consequences of a potentially harmful event.

According to the "iceberg theory" for every reported major injury, there are several minor accidents and 300 near misses. Subsequent studies have come to rather similar conclusions, even though the ratio between major injuries and near misses may differ. However, the importance of identifying near misses is widely recognized, because when the potential causes of accidents are eliminated, the possibility of major injuries diminishes.

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Safety Awareness Video

Safety awareness for employees is very important. When employers put safety first, they are effectively eliminating accidents and helping employees to perform their jobs without fear or anxiety. This allows workers to enter their workplace with a positive attitude, knowing that they will be safe and kept from harm. 

Happy workers are also productive workers. According to Diane Lang, psychotherapist, author and positive living speaker, “Happiness increases our levels of dopamine, which produces our learning abilities. It helps us learn better and more efficiently.”

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