Overview:
Save Fast Accident/Incident Investigation Training is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to carry out effective incident and accident investigations. It covers accident and incident investigation, the process of gathering evidence, interviews and the compilation of reports and recommendations.
Duration:
3 to 4 hours
Objective:
This course provides an awareness and understanding of incident investigation and analysis, including why we need to investigate incidents. The stages of incident investigation are discussed: immediate actions in the event of an incident; initiating the investigation; collecting, organizing and analyzing data; identifying corrective and preventive actions; reporting the incident and learning from it. The module involves a significant amount of practical exercises.
Target Audience:
Designed for staff at all levels, the course can be adjusted to suit the requirements of specific organizations, premises or course participants.
Outline:
Introduction
Why we investigate accidents
The incident investigation process
Accident cause investigation theory
Immediate Actions in the Event of an Accident
Emergency response/make the area safe
Secure the scene/preserve the evidence
Information management
Planning the Investigation
How to determine the extent of the investigation and set Terms of
Reference
Appointing the investigation team: roles, responsibilities
Planning the investigation team activities
Collecting Data
Types of data/information available
Interviews and witness statements
Human Factors
Certification
On completion of the course and its accompanying assessment a certificate of achievement is provided and valid for 1 year.
