Accident Investigation

What is Accident Investigation

Having a robust accident investigation process in your workplace is essential, and this should be a core part of your heath and safety protocol at work. When accidents occur, it is vital to be able to understand how and why so that you can prevent future incidents happening in the same way.

When should an accident be investigated?

An accident investigation should be carried out as soon as possible after an accident, finding out as much as possible about the accident and gathering critical information about the sequence of events that allowed this accident to occur. Your first concern should, of course, be the health and wellbeing of anyone involved in the accident.

An accident investigation process will be more robust and neutral if carried out by an independent party and this can help to prevent bias and ensure professionalism. An external accident investigation service can bring another level of expertise to the process, removing grey areas and providing reliable data to work from.

What does an accident investigation involve?

An accident investigation will involve interviewing witnesses, including anyone involved in the accident. It will also require you to look at the physical evidence of the incident and review any relevant procedures or documentation. The investigation aims to identify the root causes of the accident rather than simply highlighting immediate factors, to raise awareness of any underlying issues that increase risk in the workplace.

What is the purpose of an accident investigation?

A thorough accident investigation is intended to discover any areas in which your health and safety protocols could be improved to reduce risk and decrease the likelihood of similar accidents occurring in the future.

How can we help with accident investigation?

At ASM, we specialise in providing thorough, objective accident investigations that ensure you are in compliance with your legal obligations and also support a culture of continuous improvement in your health and safety practices. Our experienced team can provide the expertise you need, ensuring a rigorous and professional approach that helps to keep your personnel safe.

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We are committed to driving up standards of health and safety at work in Ireland. Our accident investigation services can help you to identify and address underlying hazards in your workplace to protect your workforce and reduce the likelihood of future incidents.

Contact us today to find out how partnering with us can help to enhance your safety practices and safeguard your employees.

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At ASM, we offer unique consultancy services to drive up the standard of Health and Safety practices in Ireland. Health and Safety Consultancy Services can give you peace of mind, ensuring that you and your team are protected both practically and legally, and will ensure that you make the most of our experience and expertise. We are committed to improving health and safety in the workplace and we look forward to working with you.