Course Overview and Target Group
Workplace Incident Investigator is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct effective investigations into workplace incidents.
By the end of the course, participants should be well-equipped to conduct thorough and effective incident investigations, contributing to a safer and healthier workplace.” This course is not just about learning the rules and regulations; it’s about understanding the importance of safety in the workplace and the role each individual plays in maintaining it. It empowers individuals to make a real difference in their workplace.
Course duration: 1 day classroom training.
SAQA unit standards aligned:
- Unit standard 120335 aligned: Conduct an investigation into workplace incidents.
- Unit standard 9964 aligned: Apply Health and Safety to a work area.
Workplace Incident Investigator Course Outline:
Incident Investigation in the workplace
- The Purpose of Investigating incidents
- Standards of different Investigations
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment.
- Various Investigation techniques
- Understanding different types of workplace incidents
Data Gathering relating to the incident investigation
- Gather data for the investigation
- Prevailing conditions
- Interviewing techniques relating to the investigation.
- Evidence gathering: Direct and circumstantial evidence.
- Evidence analysis
- Establish variances
- Cause identification and rectification
- Applicable OHS regulations
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Report writing
Incident Investigation Report Writing
Post Investigation
- Reporting on findings
- Non-conformances and consequences
- Evaluating and Recording
- Post Investigation monitoring
Effects of an Incident on an OHS Management System
- Identified shortfalls in respect of the OHS Management System
Hazard Identification and Risk analysis
- Identify potential hazards in the workplace and assess the risks associated with them. This could include machinery, chemicals, work processes, and even ergonomic risks.
Emergency Preparedness
- Responding to different emergencies in the workplace.
- Emergency evacuation preparation and plan drafting
Certificate of Successful Completion:
Certificate of Successful Completion will be issued upon submission of a portfolio of evidence.
