FLC in safety training and awareness stands for Fatal, Lost Time, and Critical incidents.

It's a common framework used to categorize incidents based on their severity, helping organizations prioritize safety efforts and focus on the most significant risks. Here's a breakdown:

• Fatal: These incidents result in a worker's death.
• Lost Time: These incidents cause an employee to miss work due to injury or illness, requiring time off for recovery.
• Critical: These incidents have the potential to cause significant harm or death but, fortunately, do not result in either. They are considered "near misses" and are crucial for learning and preventing future incidents.

By tracking and analyzing FLC incidents, organizations can:

• Identify high-risk activities: Determine which work tasks or processes are most likely to lead to serious injuries or fatalities.
• Develop targeted safety interventions: Focus on specific hazards and behaviors contributing to FLC incidents.
• Improve risk management: Implement measures to mitigate risks and prevent future occurrences.
• Enhance safety culture: Create a culture where safety is prioritized and near misses are reported openly, fostering learning and continuous improvement.

Examples of FLC incidents:

• Fatal: A worker falling from a height and dying.
• Lost Time: A worker suffering a back injury while lifting heavy objects.
• Critical: A piece of machinery malfunctioning but not causing any injuries, or a worker nearly falling from a ladder but catching themselves.

By using the FLC framework, organizations can effectively manage safety risks and create a safer work environment for their employees.