Heinrich's Law

Heinrich's Law suggests that in workplaces, for every serious accident, there are many more minor incidents and even more near-misses. Specifically, it proposes a ratio—traditionally around 1 serious injury to 29 minor incidents and 300 near-misses. The idea is that by addressing and correcting smaller issues and risks, organizations can prevent larger, more harmful accidents. It emphasizes that safety is built on proactive management of minor problems, understanding that many serious accidents stem from unresolved minor hazards or repeated minor errors.