Workplace Incident Response SLA
Workplace Incident Response SLA
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Prepared by |
[Your Name] |
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Date |
[Month Day, Yea] |
1. Purpose and Scope
1.1 This SLA outlines the procedures and timelines for responding to workplace incidents, including accidents, injuries, and exposures to hazards.
1.2 Applicable to all employees, contractors, and visitors within the workplace.
2. Incident Reporting
2.1 All incidents must be reported to the Health & Safety department immediately.
2.2 A standardized incident report form should be submitted within 24 hours of the incident.
3. Initial Response
3.1 The Health & Safety department will acknowledge receipt of the incident report within 1 hour during working hours.
3.2 An initial assessment will be conducted within 4 hours to determine the severity and impact of the incident.
4. Investigation
4.1 A formal investigation will commence within 24 hours of the incident.
4.2 The investigation team will include Health & Safety representatives and may involve external experts.
5. Communication
5.1 Regular updates will be provided to relevant stakeholders, including the affected employee, their manager, and senior management.
5.2 Initial communication within [24 hours], followed by updates every 48 hours until resolution.
6. Corrective Actions
6.1 Based on the investigation findings, corrective actions will be identified and implemented.
6.2 A timeline for corrective actions will be established, varying based on the complexity of the issue.
7. Follow-Up and Review
7.1 The incident and the effectiveness of the response will be reviewed within [30 days].
7.2 Lessons learned will be documented and shared across the organization.
8. Training and Awareness
8.1 Regular training sessions will be conducted to ensure awareness and understanding of incident response procedures.
8.2 Refresher training is to be provided annually or as needed.
9. SLA Review and Amendment
9.1 This SLA will be reviewed annually and amended as necessary to reflect changes in workplace procedures, regulations, or best practices.
