Consideration should always be given to the types of hazards that may be posed by toxic, flammable, explosive or reactive chemicals proposed for use. But even in the most carefully thought out procedure, accidents can and do occur. It is often the near miss or close call that goes unreported to supervisors, management, or safety personnel. Near miss reporting is a valuable tool in that it enables the reviewer to look at potential hazards before serious incidents occur. When near misses go unreported, the cause may go uncorrected, thus leaving the potential for more serious incidents to occur.
Nothing is learned from an unreported near miss.
All accidents and near misses should be reported. If you said B, C, D, E, F - you are probably Jack's lawyer. Secretary-Cathy Schroder Emergency Telephone Numbers, etc.