Health and Safety Incident Investigation

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Overview

We understand that when a workplace health and safety incident investigation is needed, or a worker is injured on the job, it can be a stressful time. HSPI is here to support you and your staff before, during, and after an incident. Our team is dedicated to helping you manage the complexities of workplace incidents, providing guidance to ensure a thorough investigation and proper safety measures are in place to prevent future occurrences. Whether it’s immediate assistance after an incident or proactive safety planning, HSPI is your trusted partner in workplace safety.

What We Do

HSPI offers a range of services related to incident investigations. This can range from the development of policies and procedures for conducting investigations and training for your staff on conducting internal investigations, to providing impartial expert investigators.

How We Support You

Whenever an incident has occurred, the goal is the same: determine what happened and how a similar incident can be prevented in the future. HSPI offers support in developing incident investigation programs and procedures to ensure that when an incident occurs, your workers are prepared to respond. We also offer training for staff on internal incident investigation to prepare workers to take on the challenge of investigating incidents that occur within the workplace.

We recognize that it is not always feasible to investigate every incident internally. In these cases, HSPI can provide seasoned investigators who will work to understand what has occurred and the factors that contributed to the incident. In addition to understanding why an incident occurred, our investigators will issue a comprehensive report that details actionable steps that will contribute to preventing future incidents.

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Areas We Have Experience In

HSPI staff have worked with employers from a wide range of sectors. Our experience included developing incident reporting and investigation programs, providing incident investigation training, or participating in investigations in:

  • Healthcare and social services

  • Utility service providers

  • Mines and mining plants

  • Industrial facilities such as factories, foundries, and machine or automotive workshops

Health and Safety Incident Investigation Frequently Asked Questions

What is an incident investigation in the workplace?

An incident investigation is a process used to determine the root causes of workplace incidents to prevent future occurrences.

It helps identify hazards, improve safety protocols, and prevent reoccurrence, thereby protecting employees and the organization.

The steps typically include securing the incident scene, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, analyzing findings, and implementing corrective actions.

Investigators should have specialized training in incident investigation, knowledge of relevant regulations, and experience in safety management.

A report usually contains a summary of the incident, evidence collected, analysis of the causes, and recommended corrective actions.

Training equips staff with the skills to conduct thorough investigations, leading to better safety outcomes and compliance with regulations.

Critical incident investigation involves analyzing severe incidents that could have significant consequences, such as fatalities or major injuries.

Yes, different industries may have unique hazards and regulatory requirements that must be considered during investigations.

Training is often practical and tailored to the workplace, while a course may be more general and academic, providing foundational knowledge.

Effective policies ensure that investigations are conducted consistently and in compliance with legal requirements.