An incident can be defined as a sudden, unplanned event that causes or could have caused harm to a person or damage to property.  Investigations get to the root causes of the incident, so similar occurrences can be prevented and future losses in the workplace can be avoided. Therefore it is essential to ensure those who are responsible for investigating incidents are properly trained.

An investigation is conducted to meet legal compliance but more importantly to determine root cause and prevent re-occurrences. The investigation procedure consists of several components including; secure and manage the scene, provide notice to the authorities as required by law, identify and interview witnesses, analyze evidence, determine cause, recommendations, reporting and follow-up.

This online course will take participants through these fundamental components and will prepare them for conducting effective investigations in the event they are required to do so.

Modules:

• Purpose for conducting accident/incident investigations,
• Responsibilities related to accident/incident investigations
• Steps involved in a thorough investigation, and the
• Legal requirements for performing investigations.