8 Topics
5 Days
40 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Safety Managers and Directors
Department Supervisors and Team Leads
Human Resources (HR) Personnel
All Employees (especially designated safety representatives)
Members of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC)
Individuals responsible for legal compliance and workplace record-keeping
Session Objectives
- Ensure regulatory compliance in accident recording. Improve the speed and accuracy of incident reporting. Conduct effective root cause analysis of accidents. Utilize data to drive preventative safety measures. Implement a non-punitive reporting culture.
About the Course
This course equips professionals to establish a consistent, compliant, and non-punitive workplace incident reporting system. Covering everything from near-misses to major accidents, participants learn to perform root cause analysis, maintain accurate compliance records, and foster cross-organizational safety communication. The curriculum empowers teams to transform incident data into proactive risk mitigation, building a safer working environment.
Curriculum & Topics
8 Topics | 40 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
Definition of an accident, incident, and near-miss.
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Workshop 1.2:
Why accident reporting is crucial: legal, ethical, financial, and moral reasons.
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Workshop 1.3:
The purpose and benefits of a robust accident reporting system.
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Workshop 1.4:
How reporting contributes to a positive safety culture.
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Workshop 1.5:
Understanding the chain of events leading to an accident.
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Workshop 2.1:
Classification of workplace accidents (e.g., slips, trips, falls, struck by, caught in/between).
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Workshop 2.2:
Understanding injuries: minor, recordable, lost-time, and fatalities.
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Workshop 2.3:
Recognizing dangerous occurrences and hazardous conditions.
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Workshop 2.4:
Defining "reportable" incidents based on severity and potential.
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Workshop 2.5:
The importance of reporting all incidents, even minor ones and near-misses.
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Workshop 3.1:
Overview of common occupational health and safety regulations related to reporting.
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Workshop 3.2:
Specific requirements for reporting serious injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences.
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Workshop 3.3:
Timelines for reporting to relevant authorities.
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Workshop 3.4:
Consequences of non-compliance with reporting regulations.
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Workshop 3.5:
Maintaining accurate and accessible accident records.
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Workshop 4.1:
Prioritizing safety: securing the scene and preventing further harm.
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Workshop 4.2:
Providing immediate first aid and seeking medical assistance.
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Workshop 4.3:
Preserving evidence at the accident scene (e.g., equipment, materials, positions).
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Workshop 4.4:
Photographing and documenting the scene effectively.
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Workshop 4.5:
Notifying relevant personnel and authorities promptly.
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Workshop 5.1:
Key information to collect: who, what, when, where, why, and how.
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Workshop 5.2:
Interviewing witnesses and injured parties: techniques for unbiased questioning.
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Workshop 5.3:
Reviewing relevant documents: maintenance logs, training records, permits.
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Workshop 5.4:
Utilizing visual evidence: photos, videos, sketches, diagrams.
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Workshop 5.5:
The role of objectivity and fact-finding over blame.
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Workshop 6.1:
Understanding the structure and sections of typical accident report forms.
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Workshop 6.2:
Providing clear, concise, and factual descriptions of the incident.
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Workshop 6.3:
Documenting injuries, medical treatment, and property damage.
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Workshop 6.4:
Identifying immediate and underlying causes (contributing factors).
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Workshop 6.5:
Ensuring completeness and accuracy of all recorded information.
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Workshop 7.1:
The significance of near-miss reporting as a proactive safety measure.
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Workshop 7.2:
Encouraging a culture where near-misses are reported without fear of blame.
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Workshop 7.3:
Analyzing near-miss data to identify potential hazards and trends.
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Workshop 7.4:
Implementing preventive actions based on near-miss investigations.
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Workshop 7.5:
Tools and systems for tracking and analyzing near-misses.
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Workshop 8.1:
Implementing a standardized accident reporting procedure across the organization.
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Workshop 8.2:
Leveraging technology for efficient incident reporting and management.
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Workshop 8.3:
Analyzing aggregated accident data to identify patterns and high-risk areas.
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Workshop 8.4:
Using reporting data to inform safety training, policy updates, and risk assessments.
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Workshop 8.5:
Continuous improvement through feedback loops from reporting to prevention.
