AOP 620 Near Miss Reporting System

Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of the Near Miss Reporting System?

To leverage collective knowledge for safety improvement (correct)

To redesign workspaces based on employee feedback

To build a punitive system for reporting negligence

To document all incidents regardless of severity

Which of the following is a goal of the Near Miss Reporting Program?

To increase workplace productivity

To create financial incentives for safe behavior

To develop strategies that reduce injuries and fatalities (correct)

To ensure that all accidents are reported to upper management

How does the Near Miss Reporting System contribute to safety culture?

By isolating safety discussions to management only

By mandating safety training for all employees annually

By promoting an open dialogue about safety experiences (correct)

By discouraging reporting of near misses to avoid blame

What is NOT a benefit of documenting near miss instances?

Promoting competition among employees Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best captures a method by which the Near Miss Reporting System operates?

It gathers collective experiences to educate members Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the near miss reporting program?

To share experiences that could prevent future incidents Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the near miss reporting program is accurate?

It encourages members to report incidents safely Signup and view all the answers

How is a 'near miss' defined in the policy?

An event that could have caused injury or damage, but did not Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily responsible for reviewing near miss reports?

The Near Miss Committee Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in the management of near miss incidents?

Using reports as tools for blame and discipline Signup and view all the answers

What role do committee members perform at the scene of a near miss?

They investigate and document the incident Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for an occurrence to be considered a near miss?

It did not result in any injury Signup and view all the answers

What happens to near miss reports if they are treated punitively?

They discourage future reporting Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of submitting a near miss incident report?

To improve safety and training protocols Signup and view all the answers

What should members include in their near miss incident report?

A detailed description of the incident and lessons learned Signup and view all the answers

How can a member submit a near miss report anonymously?

By submitting a written report on paper to the Near Miss Committee Signup and view all the answers

What happens after a near miss report is submitted?

The committee reviews it to determine appropriate actions Signup and view all the answers

Which system is currently utilized for documenting near miss reports?

Target Solutions Signup and view all the answers

What type of training can near miss incident reports be used for?

Company level training to prevent similar incidents Signup and view all the answers

What must Company Officers do after conducting near miss training?

Submit a training roster or record in the documentation system Signup and view all the answers

What should members focus on when discussing near miss incidents?

Best practices to prevent similar occurrences Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purpose and Goals of Near Miss Reporting

Aims to leverage collective knowledge and experience for safer decision-making.
Encourages learning from real-life incidents to reduce injuries and fatalities.
Enhances the overall safety culture within the Tulsa Fire Department.

Definition of a Near Miss

Defined as an unintended occurrence that could have led to injuries, fatalities, or property damage.
Near misses are incidents that nearly resulted in harm but were prevented by fortunate circumstances.
Includes events where injuries occurred but could have been far worse if not for luck.

Nature of Near Miss Reporting Program

Non-punitive approach: designed to encourage open reporting without fear of discipline.
A system that fosters a blame-free environment to promote participation in reporting near misses.

Role of the Near Miss Committee

Reviews all reports submitted by Tulsa Fire Department members.
May be engaged at the scene of a near miss incident to gather evidence and testimonies.
Responsible for documenting incidents comprehensively through photographs and statements.

Reporting Procedures

Members are encouraged (not required) to report near misses with detailed descriptions of the incident.
Reports should include context (type of emergency or task) and lessons learned regarding safety measures.
Photographs may accompany reports to provide visual evidence of incidents.

Submission and Notification

Reports should notify the respective District Chief and the Near Miss Committee via email.
Anonymous submissions are allowed through a paper report to the Near Miss Committee.

Review and Action

The Near Miss Committee assesses reports to determine the most beneficial actions for the department.
Actions may include sharing reports department-wide or recommending new training and policy adjustments.

Training Applications

Company Officers are encouraged to use near miss reports in company-level training.
Training should focus on preventing similar incidents and reviewing relevant protocols.
Training completion must be documented and can count towards ISO training and EMS CEUs (with approval).

Documentation System

Reports are submitted through the Target Solutions documentation system, subject to change.

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This quiz focuses on the Near Miss Reporting System and its significance in enhancing safety culture among members. It explores the purpose of documenting near misses to educate others and formulate effective strategies to prevent future incidents. Engage with real-life experiences to foster safer decision-making.