WHAT’S AT STAKE?

Is there a difference between the term “accident” and “incident” in the context of the workplace? The term “accident” has been used often in the past referring to an unplanned, unwanted event. Some people suggest that “accident” was a random event that could not have been prevented!!! But OSHA suggest that nearly all worksite fatalities, injuries, illness are preventable.

Therefore, the term “incident” is the appropriate term when referring to these events.

WHAT’S THE DANGER?

Incident reporting of all injuries including close calls is critical to the integrity of the workplace. The following points hi – lite inherent dangers for […]