2 - 6 Jun 2025
Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Hotel : Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam
Cost : 5250 € Euro
Incident investigation and reporting are critical processes for identifying the root cause of workplace incidents and preventing future occurrences. This program will guide participants through best practices in investigation, data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques to ensure compliance with safety regulations and improve workplace safety.
Safety Officers
Incident Investigators
Supervisors and Managers
Human Resources Personnel
Health and Safety Committee Members
Compliance and Legal Personnel
Understand the importance of incident investigation and reporting in maintaining workplace safety.
Learn techniques for gathering, documenting, and analyzing evidence.
Develop skills to identify root causes and contributing factors to incidents.
Gain the ability to write clear and concise incident reports.
Learn how to implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements regarding incident reporting.
The Incident Investigation & Reporting training program offered by Global Horizon Training Center provides participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to conduct thorough investigations of workplace incidents and accidents. This program emphasizes root cause analysis, effective reporting, and preventive measures, all of which are critical for enhancing safety standards and reducing future risks.
By attending this training, participants will:
Improve their ability to identify underlying causes of incidents.
Develop skills to implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
Gain insights into regulatory and legal compliance in incident reporting.
Learn best practices for documenting incidents in a clear and actionable manner.
This course will not only enhance the organization's safety culture but also ensure compliance with industry standards and legal requirements. As a result, it contributes directly to reducing operational disruptions caused by incidents and improves overall safety performance.
The investment in this program will ultimately lead to better risk management and create a safer, more productive work environment.
Day 1: Introduction to Incident Investigation
Session 1: Importance of Incident Investigation
Why incidents need to be investigated.
Overview of regulatory requirements.
Key terms and definitions.
Session 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework
National and international standards.
Legal implications of incident reporting.
Session 3: Types of Incidents to Report
Near misses, minor, major incidents, and accidents.
What incidents require reporting and investigation?
Day 2: Investigation Process
Session 1: Planning and Preparation
Initial steps after an incident occurs.
Forming an investigation team.
Session 2: Evidence Collection and Preservation
Gathering physical evidence and interviewing witnesses.
Handling sensitive information.
Session 3: Data Collection Techniques
Documenting the scene: Photos, sketches, and notes.
Utilizing technology for evidence collection (CCTV, etc.).
Day 3: Root Cause Analysis
Session 1: Introduction to Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Defining root cause and its importance.
Difference between root cause and immediate cause.
Session 2: Techniques for Root Cause Analysis
5 Whys method.
Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram.
Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).
Session 3: Conducting an Effective RCA
Practical examples and case studies.
Interactive group activities.
Day 4: Writing the Incident Report
Session 1: Structure of an Incident Report
Key sections: Introduction, incident description, findings, recommendations.
Writing in a clear, objective manner.
Session 2: Common Mistakes in Reporting
Avoiding bias, assumptions, and omissions.
Session 3: Practical Report Writing
Writing workshop: Drafting a sample report based on a case study.
Day 5: Corrective Actions and Post-Investigation Activities
Session 1: Developing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
How to ensure incidents are not repeated.
Monitoring and follow-up on corrective actions.
Session 2: Communicating Investigation Findings
Reporting to management and regulatory authorities.
Sharing lessons learned across the organization.
Session 3: Review and Final Assessment
Participants present their case study investigations and reports.
Feedback and Q&A session.