Investigation of Incidents & Accidents

This Investigation of Incidents and Accidents course equips delegates with essential skills and knowledge to effectively investigate workplace incidents and accidents. By the end of the course, participants will be able to navigate legal reporting requirements, implement structured investigation procedures, and maintain comprehensive records.

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Understand the legal reporting requirements
• Appreciate structures investigation procedure
• Maintain, monitor and record information
• Handle, review and process cast studies relating to incidents/accidents in the workplace
• Prepare an action plan for the future

Below is a breakdown of the content covered within the course:

• Company and general procedures
• Personal development action plans
• Reporting documentation
• Writing of initial accident report
• Reporting to management
• Isolation of accident area
• Supervisory accident investigation
• Principles of accident investigation
• Reporting of accidents, incidents, dangerous occurrences and exposures
• Reporting injuries disease, dangerous occurrence regulations 1995 (RIDDOR)
• Working to company procedures
• The responsibilities of accident investigators