ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORTING

DURATION

 1 day 

INTRODUCTION

This course provides a broad-based introduction to Accident Investigation & Reporting principles and their objective. It is an important management tool, crucial for prevention, litigation and the implementation of statute law. The course is designed to enable delegates to carry out investigations and write a meaningful report.

OBJECTIVES

At the end of the program, participant should be able to: -

• Fulfill the legal requirement

• Demonstrate to the participants on the importance of accident investigation and analysis.

• To demonstrate to the participants on the immediate steps to take after the occurrence of any accident or incident.

• Equip participants on the skill of interviewing the injured and the witnesses

• Identifying sources of Accident Investigation.

• Enable participants to prepare written report

• Expose participants on the methodology of Accident Reporting.

METHODOLOGY

Theory & Group Discussion

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The management staff, supervisors, Safety and Health Officer, members of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee and anyone interested in safety and health.

COURSE OUTLINE

1. Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health

2. Understanding the Legal Requirements related to OSH

3. Costs of Accidents – The Ice Berg Effect

4. Why do accidents happen? Discussion

5. Preparation for Accidents Investigation

6. Techniques involved in investigating an accident

7. Sources of Accident Information – Methods to collect such information

8. What the hidden factors to consider during accident investigation

9. Accident Investigation – a Practical session

10. How to prepare and submit reports to the management and the Authorities

CERTIFICATION & VALIDITY

Attendance certificate