Pharmacie Kennedy Mulhouse

A near fall at work: which details should you report?

A near miss helps review flooring, lighting and how the task is organised.

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General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.

A slip or trip at work can have serious consequences, even without a large change in level.

After a near miss, describe the place, time and task to your supervisor.

Explain what you observed: a slippery floor, obstructed passage, dark area or glare.

The assessment should also consider simultaneous activities, equipment maintenance and information given to workers.

Accidents and near misses help the company identify combinations of factors and choose appropriate actions.

Attributing the event solely to clumsiness is insufficient: prevention also concerns the workspace and work organisation.

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