Can EHS software track near misses?

Yes, EHS software can track near misses by allowing workers and supervisors to report events that could have caused injury, illness, property damage, environmental impact, or operational disruption. Near miss tracking is important for Canadian safety managers because it helps identify weak controls before a serious incident occurs. In high-risk industries, near misses may involve dropped objects, equipment interactions, vehicle movement, confined spaces, working at heights, energy isolation, fatigue, ground disturbance, or hazardous materials. EHS software can categorize near misses, assign investigations, track corrective actions, attach photos or evidence, and analyze trends by site, task, crew, equipment, or contractor. When used consistently, near miss tracking helps safety teams move from reactive incident response to proactive prevention and gives leadership better insight into emerging risks.