Introduction 

In spite of all our best efforts, accidents and incidents occasionally occur. These unplanned or undesired events can adversely affect a company’s work operations and may include work-related injuries, occupational illnesses, property damage, spills and fires. Critically, all incidents should therefore be thoroughly investigated demonstrating a proven company-wide process of efficiency and effectiveness linked to the Safety Management System (SMS). The more serious the incident the more extensive the investigation. 

However, even a minor incident or near-miss incident also requires a thorough investigation as this may reveal significant potential for a serious future incident should the conditions be left uncorrected. While incidents seem to happen for obvious reasons, there may be things that contribute to an accident which are not always immediately apparent. Attendance on this Health & Safety training on Advanced Accident Investigation & Reporting will provide you with the confidence and necessary professionalism to enable a thorough Accident Investigation as soon as practicable after the event. 

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend? 

This Health & Safety training seminar on Advanced Accident Investigation & Reporting is suitable for those officers who may become involved in these investigation as well as Managers wishing to have a deeper knowledge of this process and crucially how it affects the interpretation of the law, regulations and company procedures. This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

• HSE Officers
• Supervisors
• Inspectors
• Advisors
• Auditors
• Team Leaders / Manager

COURSE LEVEL: Intermediate

Objectives 

At the end of this training, you will learn to: 

• Develop the knowledge and skills required to investigate all adverse events
• Understand the causes of accidents and ill-health
• Understand the elements that combine to form an accident
• Develop confidence & professionalism in investigating, interviewing & reporting
• Ensure all employees & contractors are aware of the SMS and ‘Safety Culture’
• Apply the legal requirements and company procedures

Course Outline 

Module 1: Incident and Accident Theories 

• Incident & Accident Analysis Overview, exploring Accident Theory
• Identify Accident and Incident Causation Factors
• What are the necessary conditions for an accident to happen?
• Unsafe Acts vs. Unsafe Conditions: Avoiding the “Blame Game”
• Role of the HSE Team Leader and A Trained and Prepared Workforce During an Investigation
• Links between Risk Assessment and Incident Investigation
• Factors that contribute towards establishing a good safety culture?
• Case Studies – organisations who survived and those who failed

Module 2: Investigation Methodology 

• Six-Step Accident Investigation Process
• Scene Protection and Examination - Whoshould be involved at this stage? 
• Listen and Learn, and Learn to Look and Listen More
• The Importance of Note Taking vs. Reliance on Memory
• Scene Photographs (+video) and Sketching – equipment required
• Case Studies

Module 3: Root Cause Analysis 

• What is the “Root Cause” and Why is it important?
• Basic vs. Root Cause: Getting from “effect” to “cause”
• What questions to ask to confirm “Root Cause”?
• From Root Cause to Prevention
• Consider the Human Error Issues
• Help to Establish and Maintain Regulatory Due Diligence
• The Role of Policies, Equipment and Training on Accident Prevention
• Case Studies

Module 4: Interviewing Techniques, Facts, Evidence & Witness Statements 

• Purpose and Preparation for the Interview
• Who Conducts the Interview?
• Where to Conduct an Interview?
• Building Rapport with the Witness
• Obtaining Witness Statements
• Forms and Format
• Inculpatory and Exculpatory Statements
• Group Exercise (Obtaining Statements)

Module 5: Report Writing & Practical Exercises 

• Forms, Format and Structure
• Effective Writing Skills – simple, self-explanatory and straightforward
• Writing the Report – the aim is to persuade and seek action
• Help to Prevent Recurrence – cost savings (human and financial)
• Class exercise - Accident Investigation based on case study
• Class exercise - Produce the outline of a suitable report from the above 

Course Administration Details:

REQUIREMENTS

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. Applicants must live up to Indepth Research Institute (IRES) admission criteria.

METHODOLOGY

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

TRAINING VENUE

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP

Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email:[email protected].  

Mob: +254 715 077 817

TAILOR- MADE

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817/+ 250 789 621 067

Mob: +254 792516000, +254 792516010 or mail [email protected]/

PAYMENT

Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank on or before start of the course.

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