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We're wrapping up the week with #safetyfirstfriday, and this week, we're talking about one of the tools we use to track and mitigate accidents in the field: the Accident Pyramid. The Accident Pyramid is a model that illustrates the factors contributing to workplace accidents. At the base of the pyramid are unsafe acts—the most common causes of accidents. These include behaviors such as not wearing proper personal protective equipment, not using a spotter when backing up, taking shortcuts, following too closely in traffic, and not paying attention. Based on Heinrich's Law—developed by H.W. Heinrich in the 1930s—the accident pyramid, also known as the safety pyramid or the safety triangle, suggests that for every significant injury in the workplace, there are 29 minor injuries and 300 incidents that cause no injuries. Heinrich's theory emphasizes the importance of addressing minor injuries and incidents to prevent major ones. This highlights the significance of hazard prevention in the workplace rather than solely focusing on worker behavior. Heinrich's model illustrates that reducing minor incidents can minimize the total number of major injuries. By addressing unsafe acts and promoting safety rules, we can work towards reducing workplace accidents and creating a safer environment for all. #AccidentPrevention #WorkplaceSafety #SafetyCulture #SafetyFirst #AccidentPyramid #SafetyPyramid #SafteyTriangle #CoreValues #LightspeedCG #FullCircleFamily

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