What is the primary objective of near-miss reporting in CBM T6?

• A. To prevent recurrence by addressing root causes.
• B. To assign blame to operators.
• C. To document near misses that caused harm.
• D. To delay investigations.

Answer: (A)

Near-miss reporting is a proactive safety practice that aims to prevent harm by uncovering the underlying causes of events that could have caused injury or damage. By collecting and analyzing near misses, teams identify root causes and systemic weaknesses—such as gaps in procedures, training, equipment, or workplace conditions—and implement corrective actions to stop similar events from happening again. This approach builds a learning, non-punitive safety culture focused on improvement, not blame. It’s not about documenting actual harm, delaying investigations, or assigning blame to operators; the emphasis is on preventing recurrence through systemic fixes.