Course objectives

This one day course examines techniques that will help managers and supervisors  to develop and improve their accident investigation and evidence gathering skills.

The course will enable delegates to put together a formal investigation file and analyse the causes and consequences of any accidents. 

As part of the course delegates will carry out a practical investigation and analysis based on case studies.

Suggested course content

·                     Identifying the need for accident investigation

·                     Setting policies and responsibilities

·                     Interviewing skills

·                     Information preparation

·                     Root cause analysis

Who should attend?

The course is ideal for anyone involved in accident investigation, including:

·                     Managers

·                     Supervisors

·                     Safety professionals

·                     Safety representatives

·                     Occupational health professionals

·                     Human resources professionals

Course Programme

• Introduction of Accident Investigation
• Identifying the Need for Accident Investigation
• Legal issues, insurance and financial aspects
• Setting Policies and Responsibilities
• Examines roles and responsibilities, identifying and recording evidence, RIDDOR regulations, risk assessments and analysing information
• Interviewing Skills - key principles of interviewing, understanding the need for correct interviewing methods and statements
• Information Preparation
• Understanding the need for accurate data preparation and disclosure of information.
• Root Cause Analysis
• Controls and measurement, targeting solutions and ideas, impact diagrams and case studies.

This course can be delivered on both an in-house and open course basis.  In-house courses will be tailored to specific requirements and include company policies and paperwork.

For further information and a no obligation quotation, please contact HSAS.