IOSH Managing Safely Practice Test

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According to the safety pyramid, how many minor injuries correspond to one serious or major injury?

The correct answer is: 10

The safety pyramid is a conceptual framework used to illustrate the relationship between minor incidents and serious injuries within a workplace. According to this model, for every serious or major injury that occurs, it is estimated that there are approximately ten minor injuries. This reflects the idea that many minor incidents often precede a serious injury, highlighting the importance of addressing and managing minor incidents to prevent more severe outcomes. Understanding this ratio emphasizes the need for effective safety measures and reporting systems; by improving the management of minor injuries, organizations can work towards reducing the occurrence of more serious incidents. This concept is vital for fostering a culture of safety, as it encourages workers and management to acknowledge and act upon less severe incidents proactively.