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Accident Investigation

by Chris Newton, from the Community

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This accident investigation template guides teams through documenting an incident from start to finish. Capture site details, date and time, background and sequence of events, injuries and affected body areas, and any property damage with supporting photographs. Record witness statements and note observations such as training gaps, inadequate guarding, lack of PPE, or faulty equipment. Identify root causes, define conclusions, and assign corrective and preventive actions, including follow up verification or safety alerts. Use this structured checklist to improve workplace safety and prevent recurrence.

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Digitize any process, procedure or policy
Eliminate mistakes made by paper-based processes
Create and share professional reports instantly
Confirm accountability and compliance with a digital log

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