What is the process for reporting an incident or near-miss?

The correct approach to reporting an incident or near-miss is to document the details and report it immediately. This is crucial because timely reporting ensures that the information is fresh and that any necessary actions can be taken swiftly to prevent future occurrences. Immediate reporting allows for prompt investigation and analysis, which can lead to improved safety measures and protocols.

By documenting the details right away, you help ensure accuracy in the account of the incident or near-miss, which is essential for effective follow-up and can inform training or policy changes that enhance safety. Additionally, an immediate report can allow for quick responses to any ongoing dangers that stemmed from the incident.

Waiting for a scheduled meeting to report could lead to delays in addressing safety concerns, and discussing it with fellow crew members first might result in an informal and unstructured approach that might not capture all necessary particulars for effective reporting. Lastly, only reporting serious incidents could lead to negligence concerning smaller incidents or near-misses that might indicate larger safety issues, thereby missing opportunities for proactive improvements.