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Near miss
Also known as close call, near hit.
An unplanned event that caused no injury or damage but had credible potential to do so.
Safety notes
- Report and investigate close calls because they reveal hazards and failed controls before a more serious outcome; avoid definitions that discourage reporting based on luck.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Report and investigate close calls because they reveal hazards and failed controls before a more serious outcome; avoid definitions that discourage reporting based on luck.
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Sources
- Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.