Guide to reporting a near miss?
This short guide explains what a near miss is, why reporting matters, and how you can easily let us know if you spot something. By taking a moment to report a near miss, you’re helping keep the College a safer place for everyone.
What is a near miss?
A near miss is an unplanned event that could have caused injury, damage or loss – but thankfully did not. Even though nothing serious happened, it’s important we learn from it to keep everyone safe.
Why should you report a near miss?
Reporting near misses helps the College take action before an accident occurs. It supports a positive safety culture and ensures we learn from what happened so we can prevent it from happening again. By reporting, you’re helping keep yourself and others safe across campus.
How to report a near miss
Near miss booklets are available throughout the college.
Complete the form by ensuring the following detail has been added:
- The department you are in
- When it happened
- Location of incident
- What the incident was
- How it happened
- What you think would help stop it happening again
After You Complete the Form
Tear out your completed form and hand it in to Main Reception.
Reception will then submit it to the Health and Safety Adviser through SmartLog.
