There are various laws regulating safety, health, and environmental requirements that place special responsibilities not only on the employer but also on the employee. The investigation process is part of any safety management program, but the purpose of investigations is often poorly understood. As a result, investigations can be used to place blame and find fault. The goal should be to determine the actual causes of the incident and then take corrective and preventive actions to ensure that it does not happen again.
This lesson is designed to provide a better understanding of what is required to conduct a meaningful workplace incident investigation.