This course is designed to build a foundational understanding of the essential elements and principles of workplace Incident Investigations which is a structured and systematic approach used to uncover the causes of unplanned events in the workplace.

The course explores the purpose and principles of effective workplace incident investigations and involves and outlines the process of determining the why and how an event took place the methodology for reaching the conclusions and recommendations for preventing a recurrence.

By following these fundamental steps, organisations can effectively investigate incidents and foster a safer working environment. This program is suited to supervisors, safety representatives, team leaders and WHS practitioners who are directly involved in the reporting, management, or investigation of workplace incidents.

What the course covers
• What is an Incident Investigation?
• What is the purpose of conducting an investigation.
• Are Accidents Always Unplanned?
• Notification and reporting serious workplace incidents requirements.
• The Incident Investigation Team
• The Overall Incident Investigation Steps and Essential Elements
• Establishing the Facts with the 5W’s and determining the HOW
• How to Determine Conclusions and Recommendations

Duration - Complete online at your own pace (Self-paced) approximately 45 minutes to complete.

Certificate - Upon successful completion of the Module and the assessment questions, participants will be issued with a Certificate of Completion.