The Safety Update - Incident Reporting When Out on Site

At Point Force Group, safety is our top priority. Ensuring a safe work environment starts with clear and timely incident reporting. Whether it’s an injury, near miss, or any other safety related concern, reporting incidents helps us take immediate action to protect you and your colleagues.

Types of construction site incidents

Serious Events

These are major incidents that result in a worker’s death, catastrophic injury, or serious illness. Examples include:

• Loss of a limb
• Loss of an eye
• Injuries requiring surgeries or hospitalisation

REMEMBER: These incidents are often linked to the Fatal Four Hazards: Falls, electrocutions, caught-in incidents, and struck-by incidents. All serious events must be reported immediately.

Minor Medical Events

These are injuries or illnesses that require professional medical treatment but do not lead to hospitalisation or lost work time. Examples include:

• Minor Lacerations
• Flu-like symptoms requiring emergency care

REMEMBER: Even though these may not seem severe, they are still considered recordable incidents and must be reported.

First Aid Only Events

Some incidents result in minor injuries that can be treated with basic first aid or over-the-counter medication. Examples include:

• Small cuts or bruises
• Minor Burns or Sprains

REMEMBER: While these incidents may not need to be recorded, reporting them helps us improve our safety measures and prevent similar incidents from escalating.

Near Misses

A near miss is a close call, an event where a worker almost got injured but didn’t. Examples include:

• A tool falling from scaffolding and narrowly missing someone
• A worker slipping but regaining balance before falling

REMEMBER: Near misses must still be reported as they highlight potential hazards that could lead to serious injuries if left unaddressed.

Key points to remember when reporting incidents

• Report Immediately: Any incident, injury, or near miss must be reported to your immediate worksite supervisor or manager with your host employer, no matter how minor it may seem.
• Notify Point Force Group: In addition to reporting onsite, ensure you also report the incident to your Point Force Group manager or our OHS team as soon as possible.
• Co-operate Fully: If an investigation is required, provide accurate and truthful information to help identify causes and prevent future incidents.
• Follow Medical Instructions: If first aid or medical treatment is required, follow all given instructions to ensure proper care and recovery.
• Support Corrective Actions: Work with your team to implement safety measures that prevent similar incidents from happening again.
• Engage In Safety Training: Stay proactive by participating in any safety training or meetings related to incident prevention and response.

Why timely reporting matters

Quick and accurate reporting helps identify hazards before they lead to serious accidents. By taking action early, we can create a safer workplace for everyone.

No worker will ever be penalised for reporting an incident

Your safety is our priority, and we encourage you to speak up without hesitation.