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Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred Rate
Calculate DART Rate (Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred) to measure workplace safety performance and track injury trends.What is DART Rate?
DART Rate (Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred) is a key safety metric that measures the number of work-related injuries and illnesses that result in days away from work, restricted work activity, or job transfers per 100,000 hours worked.
It helps organizations track safety performance, identify trends, and benchmark against industry standards, focusing on the most serious workplace incidents.
DART Rate Formula
DART Rate =
(Number of DART Cases × 100,000)
Total Hours Worked
DART Cases = Days Away + Restricted Work Days + Transfers
Industry Benchmarks
Excellent< 1.0
Good1.0 - 2.0
Average2.0 - 4.0
Needs Improvement> 4.0
Important Notes
DART cases include injuries that result in days away from work, restricted work activity, or job transfers
Use consistent time periods for accurate trend analysis
Compare against your own historical data and industry benchmarks
Consider seasonal variations and operational changes