WHAT IS AN ACCIDENT?

An accident is an unplanned occurrence that interferes with the orderly process of work resulting in an interruption of service, reduced production, property damage, personal injury or death.

WHY DO ACCIDENTS HAPPEN?

An accident can result from an unsafe action by a person, an unsafe physical condition, or a combination of both. There are often multiple contributing factors involved in an accident—most of which can be controlled. Unless a thorough investigation proves otherwise, you should assume that an accident can be prevented.

WHY INVESTIGATE AN ACCIDENT?

Accident investigation is the method of examining the facts surrounding an incident and identifying the contributing […]