What is a Positive Spot Report?

• A. The opposite of a counseling (negates a counseling 1 to 1)
• B. A routine safety check
• C. A maintenance log
• D. A disciplinary action notice

Answer: (A)

A Positive Spot Report is a brief recognition of a coworker’s good behavior or safe action observed in the moment, used to reinforce that behavior and encourage others to imitate it. It functions as immediate positive feedback, valuing what was done well rather than focusing on mistakes. This contrasts with a counseling session, which is aimed at correcting a problem or misconduct and guiding improvement. It’s not a routine safety check, which assesses conditions or compliance; it’s not a maintenance log, which records tasks or equipment care; and it’s not a disciplinary action notice, which documents formal corrective steps for violations. By publicly acknowledging positive conduct, teams reinforce safe practices and boost morale, making it more likely those positive actions will recur.