Which statement best differentiates leading indicators from lagging indicators in safety performance?

Which statement best differentiates leading indicators from lagging indicators in safety performance?

• A. Leading indicators measure proactive activities such as training, inspections, and near-misses, while lagging indicators measure outcomes like recordable injuries and DART rate.
• B. Leading indicators measure outcomes like injuries, while lagging indicators measure proactive safety activities.
• C. Leading indicators are used only for compliance audits; lagging indicators are for performance reviews.
• D. Leading indicators are equivalent to lagging indicators in safety performance.

Answer: (A)