Incident Investigation

This course introduces participants to the reasons why incidents in the workplace need to be reported and investigated. It focuses on the role of workers, supervisors, and safety practitioners in contributing to the incident reporting and investigation process.

This program provides essential knowledge and skills required by those involved in conducting incident investigations.

The key topics covered in this course include:

• Components of an incident reporting and investigation system.
• Purpose and value to organisations in reporting and investigating incidents.
• Responsibilities under WHS legislation.
• Processes to be followed in the event of an incident.
• Roles and responsibilities in managing an incident and involvement in the investigation process.
• Identifying and collecting critical information to assist in investigations.
• Investigation methods and techniques.
• Interviewing methods and techniques.
• Identification of contributing factors.
• Completing an incident report with findings and recommendations.

This course is delivered through a blend of interactive presentations, case studies, group discussions, and practical activities.