Duration: 3.5 Hours
An investigation is an "after the fact" response. It is a process that uncovers hazards or problems that can be eliminated so similar events will not happen in the future. This course is an introduction to accident investigation. It presents a practical approach to investigating workplace accidents by emphasizing how to find the root cause(s), conduct an investigation, and make effective recommendations to prevent similar occurrences from ever happening again.
Topics include:
⬗ What to investigate and why
⬗ Being prepared (policies/procedures, team, investigation kit)
⬗ What to do first (providing medical care, dealing with the immediate risk)
⬗ How to conduct an Investigation
⬗ Secure and evaluate the accident scene
⬗ Collect evidence and gather facts
⬗ Interview witnesses Analyze and find the "root cause"
⬗ Report and Follow Up