How to reduce the number of accidents

Among the safety objectives that the Director-General has established for CERN in 2012 is a reduction in the number of workplace accidents.

The best way to prevent workplace accidents is to learn from experience. This is why any accident, fire, instance of pollution, or even a near-miss, should be reported using the EDH form that can be found here.

All accident reports are followed up. The departments investigate all accidents that result in sick leave, as well as all the more common categories of accidents at CERN, essentially falls (slipping, falling on stairs, etc.), regardless of whether or not they lead to sick leave. By studying the accident causes that come to light in this way, it is possible to take preventive action to avoid such accidents in the future.

If you have any questions, the HSE Unit will be happy to answer them. Contact us at safety-general@cern.ch.

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