near miss
The term "near miss" is often used to describe situations where a potential accident or harm is narrowly avoided, highlighting the importance of safety measures.
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Definition
B2General Safety
(common)An event where an accident or harm is narrowly avoided.
Example
- The car skidded on the wet road, but it was a near miss as it stopped just inches from the guardrail.
B2Aviation
(technical)An incident where two aircraft come close to colliding but avoid it.
Example
- The pilots reported a near miss with another plane during their descent.
B2Workplace Safety
(technical)An unplanned event that has the potential to cause injury or damage but does not result in actual harm.
Example
- The worker's quick reaction prevented a near miss when the equipment malfunctioned.
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