Accident Investigation






An accident investigation is recommended after every worksite incident, which may be an injury or fatality, an illness, property damage, or a close call. This safety topic reviews the basic steps of an accident investigation, what to do before the investigation begins, how to uncover contributing factors, what it means to complete a root cause analysis, and the difference between corrective and preventive actions.


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Short Version - 2 pages

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Accident Investigation, Industry, Construction

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Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic for workers in any industry that reviews the basic steps of an accident investigation, what to do before the investigation begins, how to uncover contributing factors, what it means to complete a root cause analysis, and the difference between corrective and preventive actions.