In very brief terms, I will highlight the difference between incident – accident – and near miss.
Difference Between Incident, Accident, And Near Miss – Let us Explain
First of all, let me define the terms:
1. Incident:
It is an instance of something happening; an event or occurrence.
2. Accident:
It is an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury.
3. Near miss:
This is a narrowly avoided accident.
In summary:
Incident = Accident + Near miss
Both accidents and near misses are Incidents. The difference is that accidents result in physical damage and injury while near misses do not.
Whereas:
An incident is any occurrence, whether it results in an accident or not.
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