BBS : Heinrich Triangle

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What does the Heinrich Triangle model describe?

• The relationship between workplace incidents and near misses
• The relationship between workplace accidents and fatalities
• The relationship between workplace incidents
• The relationship between workplace injuries and near misses

What does the base of the pyramid in the Heinrich Triangle represent?

• Rare major injuries or fatalities
• Fewer minor injuries
• Many minor incidents (near misses)
• Severe accidents

According to Heinrich, what is the ratio of near misses to minor injuries to major injuries or fatalities?

• 300:29:1
• 29:1:300
• 1:29:300
• 300:1:29

In the given maritime context, what is an example of a near miss incident?

• A sailor slipping and causing a minor injury
• A sailor slipping on a different day and twisting an ankle
• A sailor slipping and suffering a severe head injury
• A sailor almost slipping on a puddle but catching himself

What does the Heinrich Triangle suggest in terms of preventing severe incidents?

• Focusing on preventing minor injuries
• Focusing on addressing major injuries or fatalities
• Focusing on addressing severe accidents
• Focusing on addressing near misses and minor injuries

According to the Heinrich Triangle, what can help prevent major injuries from occurring?

• Reducing the number of near misses
• Reducing the number of workplace incidents
• Reducing the number of severe accidents
• Reducing the number of minor injuries