The
Incident Investigation Course is designed to teach techniques for
gathering accurate, complete, and objective accident data to identify root
causes and determine corrective actions. The course emphasizes analyzing data
to prevent injuries, property damage, and financial losses.
The
primary goal is to equip participants with a thorough understanding of how to
conduct effective incident investigations. Participants will work in small
investigative teams to analyze real-world incident case studies, applying the
skills and critical thinking learned throughout the course.
In
this course, an accident is defined as an unplanned, unwanted, but controllable
event that disrupts work processes and causes injury. The course covers several
purposes of an accident investigation, including:
- Identifying and describing the
true course of events (what, where, when).
- Determining direct, root
causes, and contributing factors (why).
- Identifying measures to prevent
similar accidents in the future (learning).
- Evaluating the potential for
criminal prosecution (blame).
- Assessing liability for compensation (pay).
What will I learn?
- 1. Exploring the causation of incidents
- 2. Developing an investigative framework
- 3. Collect evidence from various sources, including positions, individuals, components, reconstructions, and documents.
- 4. Examine the influence of human factors on incident investigations.
- 5. Examining the influence of human factors on investigations
- 6. Utilizing techniques for causal analysis
- 7. Implement corrective measures to prevent future incidents
- Basic Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is usually required.
- Workplace Experience: Some courses may require or recommend prior experience in safety, operations, or related fields.
- Understanding of Safety Practices: Familiarity with basic safety principles or risk management may be helpful but not always mandatory.
- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in the language of instruction (usually English) to understand course materials and participate in discussions.
- Age Requirement: Typically, candidates should be at least 18 years old.
- Desire to Learn: A willingness to engage in hands-on case studies, practical exercises, and critical thinking activities is essential.
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