How to Investigate a Workplace Accident: Beyond the Blame Game
Unfortunately, incident investigations can take the path of least resistance – with the goal being to complete it quickly and move on. This can result in the victim being blamed for reckless behavior and, in nonfatal cases, the recommended resolution is more training for the victim.
A better approach involves investigators taking a step back, viewing the entire incident and looking for contributing factors. Many incidents aren’t simple, having multiple causes that need to be mitigated if future similar incidents are to be avoided.
This white paper uses a recent real-world occupational fatality investigation to help you transform the way you conduct workplace incident investigations. It covers the following:
- Incident investigation team members and preparation
- Critical pieces of an effective investigation
- How to conduct a fair and empathetic investigation
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