Investigating Accidents and Incidents (1/2 day)

Topics include

• The meaning of the terms 'accident' and 'incident'
• The impacts of incidents
• The importance of investigating incidents
• Incident investigation legislation
• Types of incidents
• Steps in the investigation process
• People, equipment, material, environment and process factors
• The incident causation model
• Methods for controlling hazards
• Completing an investigation report

Upon completion, you will be able to

This course equips workplace parties with the essential knowledge, skills and tools to conduct investigations and prevent costly recurrences.

Participants will:

• Describe the difference between 'accident' and 'incident'
• Explain the impact of incidents
• Describe the importance of investigating incidents
• Explain the legal requirements for investigating and reporting incidents
• List the steps in conducting an investigation
• Complete an incident investigation

Target Audience

This solution is suitable for all WSPS sectors that are regulated by Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act.

The course is intended for anyone who may conduct investigations including:  

• Managers & supervisors
• JHSC members (both certified & non-certified)
• Health and safety representatives
• Others responsible for health and safety in the workplace

• Investigating Accidents and Incidents - Volume Discounts

  Volume discounts for selected training, which have been marked throughout the catalogue, are shown below.

  3-5 participants	10%
  6-9 participants	15%
  10+ participants	20%

  
  1. Participants must be from the same organization
  2. Participants must register for the same course. However, course dates and locations can vary; CSA/WSPS courses excluded
  3. Registrations must be received by WSPS at the same time.