The Accident & Incident Investigation Course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills needed to investigate workplace accidents, incidents and near misses in a structured and effective manner. Covering accident causation, evidence gathering, witness interviewing and root cause analysis, the course helps organisations identify why incidents occur and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
Delegates will also gain an understanding of accident reporting requirements, including RIDDOR, supporting compliance and continuous improvement across the workplace.
This Accident & Incident Investigation Course provides delegates with the knowledge and practical skills required to carry out effective workplace investigations and identify the underlying causes of accidents, incidents and near misses.
Course Outline:
- Accident causation and human factors
- RIDDOR reporting requirements and legal responsibilities
- Accident reporting and evidence gathering techniques
- Witness interviewing and questioning methods
- Investigation planning and procedures
- Root cause analysis and corrective actions
What you’ll learn
By completing this Accident & Incident Investigation Course, delegates will be able to:
- Understand the causes of workplace accidents, incidents and near misses.
- Understand the legal responsibilities relating to accident reporting and RIDDOR.
- Gather and evaluate evidence as part of a workplace investigation.
- Conduct effective witness interviews using recognised questioning techniques.
- Apply a structured approach to accident and incident investigations.
- Use root cause analysis techniques to identify contributing factors and help prevent future occurrences.
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Once booked, please refer to your booking confirmation or joining instructions for full details.
