What is SIMS?
SIMS is VIDA’s official system for recording and managing work-related health and safety incidents,
including accidents, injuries, near misses and hazards.
Why reporting matters
- Early identification and control of hazards and risks
- Supports investigations and corrective actions
- Improves safety performance and learning
- Supports due diligence and record keeping
If in doubt, report.
What we expect delivery partners to do
- Report all work-related incidents, hazards and near misses
- Ensure incidents are recorded in SIMS (directly or via VIDA)
- Provide accurate and factual information
- Support investigations and close-out actions
- Apply SIMS classification guidance
What needs to be reported in SIMS
Injury / illness
Near miss
Hazard
Property / asset damage
Motor vehicle incident
Security
Fire
Environmental
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