OSX 971 - OSHA 7505 - Introduction to Incident/Accident Investigation

Course Description:

This course covers an introduction to basic accident investigation procedures and describes accident analysis techniques. Course topics include reasons for conducting accident investigations, employer responsibilities related to workplace accident investigations, and a six step accident investigation procedure.

The target audience is the employer, manager, employee or employee representative who is involved in conducting accident and/or near-miss investigations. Upon course completion students will have the basic skills necessary to conduct an effective accident investigation at the workplace.

Targeted Audience:

Individuals responsible for overseeing safety in industries such as: Construction, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Maritime and General Industry.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify basic accident investigation concepts
2. Describe the characteristics of an effective accident investigation program
3. Describe the six-step process for conducting accident investigations
4. Conduct an accident investigation following the six step procedure.

CEUs: 1.5
Prerequisites: None
Course Length: 2 days
Cost: $395
Recommended Materials: Pen, pencil, highlighter and writing pad.