Maker Space Near Miss Report

A maker space thrives on creativity and innovation, but safety must always come first. Near miss reporting is crucial for identifying potential hazards before they result in serious injuries. This Maker Space Near Miss Report template helps you document close calls involving 3D printers, power tools, laser cutters, and other equipment so you can take proactive steps to protect your members.

Whether you manage a community workshop, university maker lab, or commercial fabrication space, this form makes it easy for members and staff to report safety concerns in real time. Capture details about the incident location, equipment involved, environmental factors, and potential corrective actions—all in a structured format that helps you spot patterns and prevent future accidents.

Paperform's conditional logic ensures reporters only see relevant questions based on the type of incident, keeping the form quick to complete while gathering comprehensive information. Built-in file uploads let members attach photos of damaged equipment or hazardous setups, and automatic email notifications ensure your safety team responds immediately.

Use Stepper to automatically route near miss reports to the right safety officers, create maintenance tickets for faulty equipment, and log incidents in your safety management system. You can also trigger follow-up workflows to schedule safety briefings or equipment inspections based on the severity of the report.

Keep your maker space safe, compliant, and focused on what matters—building, creating, and learning together.