03/11/2026
In safety, not every incident ends in injury — but that doesn’t mean it isn’t important.
A near miss is an event that could have caused injury, illness, or damage but fortunately didn’t. These moments are valuable opportunities to learn before something serious happens.
Too often, near misses go unreported because “nothing actually happened.” But reporting them helps organizations:
✔ Identify hazards early
✔ Improve procedures and training
✔ Prevent future incidents
✔ Strengthen a culture of safety
Every near miss is a free lesson — one that could prevent the next accident.
If your team experiences a near miss, speak up, document it, and address the root cause. Safety improves when everyone participates.
Remember: The best accident to learn from is the one that never happens.