Incident Investigation
An Incident Investigation Course provides workers, supervisors, and safety professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
About This Course
An Incident Investigation Course provides workers, supervisors, and safety professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions. The course focuses on identifying root causes, preventing recurrence, and meeting U.S. regulatory expectations, particularly those outlined by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
Learning Objectives
> Understand the purpose and importance of incident investigation in U.S. workplaces.
> Recognize OSHA requirements for reporting, recording, and investigating incidents.
> Secure and manage an incident scene safely and legally.
> Conduct effective witness interviews using trauma-informed communication.
> Collect and analyze evidence (physical, digital, and documentary).
> Apply root cause analysis techniques
> Develop corrective actions that align with OSHA’s hierarchy of controls.
> Document findings in clear, defensible written reports.
> Implement follow-up procedures to verify corrective actions and prevent recurrence.