Accident Investigation

The Accident Investigation training course begins by explaining an employer’s legal duty to reduce the risk of workplace accidents. It then covers how to set up and maintain effective control measures. However, even with these precautions in place, accidents can still occur. When they do, they often expose weaknesses in existing safety procedures.

Rather than viewing accidents as isolated events, they should be seen as valuable opportunities for learning and improvement. Therefore, this course emphasizes that while prevention is the ultimate goal, thorough investigation is just as important. By identifying the root causes of accidents, you can take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future. As a result, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how accident investigations contribute to a safer and more legally compliant workplace.

Our Accident Investigation training course is an informative and in depth training programme that explores the legal responsibilities and how the use of accident investigation paramount to keeping employees safe within there working environment. The course is 30 minutes and made up of the following sections:

1. Basics of Accident Investigation : You will explore the root causes, legal responsibilities and the different investigation levels and teams.
2. Investigation Process : The final section explores the process of gathering & analysing information, control measures to prevent risk and how to implement an action plan.

By the end of the Accident Investigation training course, you’ll understand the importance of investigating workplace accidents. You’ll learn how accidents can reveal hidden issues in safety procedures. Fixing these issues helps prevent future incidents. The course also explains your legal responsibilities. It outlines the key steps employers must take to protect their employees. You’ll see that health and safety laws aren’t just rules—they’re essential to building a strong safety culture. This course gives you the knowledge and confidence to take action and improve workplace safety.