Overview
Professional accident investigation goes beyond simply recording what happened to understand why it happened and how to prevent recurrence. This module guides investigators through proven methodologies including Timeline Analysis, 5 Whys, and Fishbone diagrams to identify underlying systemic failures.
Evidence management features enable secure collection and storage of witness statements, photographs, CCTV footage, and documents. Chain of custody tracking ensures evidence integrity for potential legal proceedings.
Investigation reports are automatically generated from collected data, saving hours of administrative time whilst ensuring consistency and completeness. Corrective actions are tracked through to verified closure, demonstrating effective incident management to regulators and insurers.
Regulatory Compliance
- • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Section 2
- • RIDDOR 2013 - Investigation and record keeping requirements
- • Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Regulation 5
- • ISO 45001:2018 Clause 10.2 - Incident investigation
Key Benefits
Reduce investigation time by 60% through structured templates
Identify root causes rather than surface-level symptoms
Legal defensibility through robust evidence collection and chain of custody
Prevent recurrence by implementing effective corrective actions
Demonstrate due diligence to regulators, insurers, and legal representatives
Consistent investigation quality regardless of investigator experience
Features & Capabilities
Guided investigation templates based on HSE methodology
Root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, Bow-Tie, Timeline)
Secure evidence vault with chain of custody tracking
Witness statement collection with electronic signatures
Automated report generation with customisable templates
Corrective action register with tracking through to closure
How It Works
Assign qualified investigator immediately following incident notification
Collect evidence including photos, statements, and documents with chain of custody
Apply root cause analysis methodology to identify underlying system failures
Generate comprehensive investigation report from collected data
Create and track corrective actions to closure with verification
Related Modules in Incident Management
Incident Reporting
Complete incident management system with RIDDOR compliance, investigation workflows, root cause analysis, and automated HSE notification.
Near Miss Reporting
Proactive near miss capture system that encourages hazard reporting before incidents occur, with trend analysis and recognition features.