Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting

Course Schedule

Sessions

Date

Fees

Venue

02 - 06 Feb 2025

Doha - Qatar

$5,000

Course Description

introduction

Despite our best efforts, accidents and incidents can still occur, potentially disrupting business operations. These unplanned events can lead to work-related injuries, occupational illnesses, property damage, spills, and fires. To ensure a proactive approach to safety, it is crucial for all incidents to be thoroughly investigated as part of an effective Safety Management System (SMS). The more serious the incident, the more comprehensive the investigation required.

Even minor incidents or near-misses demand thorough investigation, as they may reveal significant potential risks that, if left unaddressed, could lead to more serious incidents. While the causes of accidents may seem obvious, underlying factors often contribute in ways that are not immediately apparent. Participating in this health & safety training course on Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting will equip you with the confidence and expertise to conduct thorough and professional accident investigations promptly after an event occurs.

This Demoura Lawson Consulting Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting training course will emphasize:
  • The importance of conducting thorough investigations and who should be involved
  • A step-by-step guide to the investigation methodology
  • Key characteristics of an effective incident/accident analysis program
  • The two primary components that contribute to incident causation
  • The necessity for investigations to be constructive, professional, credible, and timely
  • The role of Safety Management Systems in fostering a proactive safety culture

objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
  • Acquire the skills and knowledge needed to investigate all adverse events effectively
  • Understand the root causes of accidents and occupational illnesses
  • Identify the key elements that contribute to accidents
  • Develop confidence and professionalism in conducting investigations, interviews, and reporting
  • Ensure that employees and contractors are aligned with the SMS and committed to a strong safety culture
  • Apply legal requirements and company procedures in accident investigations

Training Methodology

Participants in this health & safety training course will receive a comprehensive manual, slides, and handout materials covering all relevant subjects. The course will utilize a variety of proven learning techniques, including syndicate work, case studies, video presentations, and assessments, to facilitate an engaging and interactive learning experience.
This course is designed to help Safety Officers and other professionals understand the concepts of advanced accident investigation and reporting, equipping them to conduct effective investigations and present findings to management for improved HSE practices and accident prevention.

Organizational Impact

  • Empower a confident and professional team to conduct thorough accident investigations promptly after incidents occur
  • Implement strategies to reduce human error and enhance safety
  • Build a safer organization by considering all causal factors, both direct and indirect
  • Gain a clear understanding of how and why incidents happen, enabling effective preventive measures
  • Identify and address deficiencies in your Risk Control Management System

personal Impact

Attending this Health & Safety training course will enable participants to confidently answer the question, "What happened, and how can we prevent this from happening again?"
  • Equip yourself with the tools necessary for advanced accident investigations
  • Recognize the wide-ranging benefits of thorough accident investigations
  • Master the six-step process of accident investigation and reporting
  • Learn effective techniques for interviewing witnesses and gathering factual statements
  • Develop the ability to produce and present professional final accident reports

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting training course is ideal for professionals involved in accident investigations or those seeking a deeper understanding of the process and its impact on legal compliance, regulations, and company procedures. It is especially beneficial for:
  • HSE Officers
  • Supervisors
  • Inspectors
  • Advisors
  • Auditors
  • Team Leaders/Managers

Course Outline

Day 1

  • Overview of incident and accident analysis, exploring accident theory
  • Identifying accident and incident causation factors
  • Understanding the conditions necessary for accidents to occur
  • Differentiating between unsafe acts and unsafe conditions, avoiding the "blame game"
  • The role of the HSE team leader and the importance of a trained and prepared workforce during an investigation
  • Links between risk assessment and incident investigation
  • Factors contributing to a strong safety culture
  • Case studies: Organizations that thrived and those that failed

 Incident and Accident Theories

Investigation Methodology

Day 2

  • Six-step accident investigation process
  • Scene protection and examination: identifying key participants
  • The importance of note-taking vs. reliance on memory
  • Using scene photographs (and video) and sketching for documentation
  • Case studies for practical application

Root Cause Analysis

Day 3

  • Understanding "root cause" and its significance in accident prevention
  • Distinguishing between basic and root causes: moving from "effect" to "cause"
  • Key questions to identify root cause
  • Transitioning from root cause analysis to preventive measures
  • Addressing human error issues in accident causation
  • Ensuring regulatory due diligence through root cause analysis
  • The role of policies, equipment, and training in preventing accidents
  • Case studies

Interviewing Techniques, Facts, Evidence & Witness Statements

Day 4

  • Preparing for and conducting interviews
  • Determining who should conduct the interview
  • Best practices for interview locations
  • Building rapport with witnesses to obtain accurate statements
  • Structuring witness statements and understanding the forms and formats
  • Differentiating between inculpatory and exculpatory statements
  • Group exercise: obtaining and analyzing statements

Report Writing & Practical Exercises

Day 5

  • Structuring accident investigation reports: forms, format, and structure
  • Developing effective writing skills: clarity, simplicity, and impact
  • Writing reports that persuade and drive action
  • Preventing recurrence through cost-effective measures (both human and financial)
  • Class exercise: accident investigation based on a case study
  • Class exercise: drafting a suitable report outline based on the investigation

Certificates

Demoura Lawson Consulting Certificate will be awarded to the delegates upon successful completion of this training course.

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Tel: +974 4445 9206

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 Tel: +966 50 685 6910

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Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting

Course Schedule

Sessions

Date

Venue

Fees

02 - 06 Feb 2025

Doha - Qatar

$5,000

Course Description

introduction

Despite our best efforts, accidents and incidents can still occur, potentially disrupting business operations. These unplanned events can lead to work-related injuries, occupational illnesses, property damage, spills, and fires. To ensure a proactive approach to safety, it is crucial for all incidents to be thoroughly investigated as part of an effective Safety Management System (SMS). The more serious the incident, the more comprehensive the investigation required.

Even minor incidents or near-misses demand thorough investigation, as they may reveal significant potential risks that, if left unaddressed, could lead to more serious incidents. While the causes of accidents may seem obvious, underlying factors often contribute in ways that are not immediately apparent. Participating in this health & safety training course on Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting will equip you with the confidence and expertise to conduct thorough and professional accident investigations promptly after an event occurs.

This Demoura Lawson Consulting Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting training course will emphasize:
  • The importance of conducting thorough investigations and who should be involved
  • A step-by-step guide to the investigation methodology
  • Key characteristics of an effective incident/accident analysis program
  • The two primary components that contribute to incident causation
  • The necessity for investigations to be constructive, professional, credible, and timely
  • The role of Safety Management Systems in fostering a proactive safety culture

objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
  • Acquire the skills and knowledge needed to investigate all adverse events effectively
  • Understand the root causes of accidents and occupational illnesses
  • Identify the key elements that contribute to accidents
  • Develop confidence and professionalism in conducting investigations, interviews, and reporting
  • Ensure that employees and contractors are aligned with the SMS and committed to a strong safety culture
  • Apply legal requirements and company procedures in accident investigations

Training Methodology

Participants in this health & safety training course will receive a comprehensive manual, slides, and handout materials covering all relevant subjects. The course will utilize a variety of proven learning techniques, including syndicate work, case studies, video presentations, and assessments, to facilitate an engaging and interactive learning experience.

This course is designed to help Safety Officers and other professionals understand the concepts of advanced accident investigation and reporting, equipping them to conduct effective investigations and present findings to management for improved HSE practices and accident prevention.

Organizational Impact

  • Empower a confident and professional team to conduct thorough accident investigations promptly after incidents occur
  • Implement strategies to reduce human error and enhance safety
  • Build a safer organization by considering all causal factors, both direct and indirect
  • Gain a clear understanding of how and why incidents happen, enabling effective preventive measures
  • Identify and address deficiencies in your Risk Control Management System

personal Impact

Attending this Health & Safety training course will enable participants to confidently answer the question, "What happened, and how can we prevent this from happening again?"
  • Equip yourself with the tools necessary for advanced accident investigations
  • Recognize the wide-ranging benefits of thorough accident investigations
  • Master the six-step process of accident investigation and reporting
  • Learn effective techniques for interviewing witnesses and gathering factual statements
  • Develop the ability to produce and present professional final accident reports

Who should attend?

This Advanced Strategies for Effective Accident Investigation and Reporting training course is ideal for professionals involved in accident investigations or those seeking a deeper understanding of the process and its impact on legal compliance, regulations, and company procedures. It is especially beneficial for:
  • HSE Officers
  • Supervisors
  • Inspectors
  • Advisors
  • Auditors
  • Team Leaders/Managers

Course Outline

Day 1

Incident and Accident Theories

  • Overview of incident and accident analysis, exploring accident theory
  • Identifying accident and incident causation factors
  • Understanding the conditions necessary for accidents to occur
  • Differentiating between unsafe acts and unsafe conditions, avoiding the "blame game"
  • The role of the HSE team leader and the importance of a trained and prepared workforce during an investigation
  • Links between risk assessment and incident investigation
  • Factors contributing to a strong safety culture
  • Case studies: Organizations that thrived and those that failed

Day 2

Investigation Methodology

  • Six-step accident investigation process
  • Scene protection and examination: identifying key participants
  • The importance of note-taking vs. reliance on memory
  • Using scene photographs (and video) and sketching for documentation
  • Case studies for practical application

Day 3

Root Cause Analysis

  • Structuring accident investigation reports: forms, format, and structure
  • Developing effective writing skills: clarity, simplicity, and impact
  • Writing reports that persuade and drive action
  • Preventing recurrence through cost-effective measures (both human and financial)
  • Class exercise: accident investigation based on a case study
  • Class exercise: drafting a suitable report outline based on the investigation
  • Understanding "root cause" and its significance in accident prevention
  • Distinguishing between basic and root causes: moving from "effect" to "cause"
  • Key questions to identify root cause
  • Transitioning from root cause analysis to preventive measures
  • Addressing human error issues in accident causation
  • Ensuring regulatory due diligence through root cause analysis
  • The role of policies, equipment, and training in preventing accidents
  • Case studies

Day 4

Interviewing Techniques, Facts, Evidence & Witness Statements

  • Preparing for and conducting interviews
  • Determining who should conduct the interview
  • Best practices for interview locations
  • Building rapport with witnesses to obtain accurate statements
  • Structuring witness statements and understanding the forms and formats
  • Differentiating between inculpatory and exculpatory statements
  • Group exercise: obtaining and analyzing statements

Day 5

Report Writing & Practical Exercises

Certificates

Demoura Lawson Consulting Certificate will be awarded to the delegates upon successful completion of this training course.

Submit form

+ Training
+ Consulting
+ Support Services
+ Professional Development

Let us know which service you are interested in:

Please complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch within 1-3 business days

Thank you for your interest in Demoura Lawson Consulting

Contact Us

Qatar: Unit Office No. 1905: 19th Floor, The E18hteen Tower , Bldg 230, Street 303, Zone 69, Lusail Marina , Qatar
Tel: +974 4445 9206

Saudi Arabia: 3121 Imam Abdullah Bin Saud Bin Abdulaziz Road, Ishbiliyah, Riyadh 13225, Saudi Arabia
 Tel: +966 50 685 6910

Your message has been sent. We'll contact you shortly.

Thank You