None of us want an accident to happen in the workplace. However, it is important to have a system in place should the need arise. Health and Safety Management follows the "plan, do, check, and act" model and integrates with an organisation’s environmental and quality processes. This simplifies the management process, and the outcome should be that the workplace is safe, efficient, productive, and environmentally friendly. Accident investigation falls under the "check" part of the management system, and knowing how to carry out a comprehensive investigation can apply to all areas of management.

This course is essential for those who may be part of the accident investigation team, and it is recommended for senior management, line managers, supervisors, and safety representatives.

Course Content

• The prevalence and cost of accidents in the workplace
• Legal duties 
• Understanding the language of investigation
• The cause of ‘adverse/hazardous events’ – immediate, underlying and root causes
• The reasons why we investigate incidents/accidents
• The benefits of investigation
• Information and insights gained from an accident investigation
• Which adverse events should be investigated and the level of investigation based on the likelihood of recurrence and the potential consequence should that happen
• Stages of an accident investigation
• Analysing findings
• Making an action plan 
• Communication with all levels within the workforce.
• Short test to ensure understanding

This course will be tailored to the client’s work environment, policies, and procedures. Upon completion, delegates will be fully conversant with what to do when an accident occurs in their workplace.