Accident Investigation Slip
Accident Investigation Slip
In accordance with our commitment to safety, this Accident Investigation Slip serves to thoroughly assess incidents, identify root causes, and implement preventive measures for a secure work environment.
Incident Information
Date and Time of Incident: |
[Month Day, Year], [Time] |
Location: |
[Workshop Area, Building A] |
Description of Incident: |
[A machinery malfunction in the workshop led to an employee sustaining minor injuries while attempting a repair. Immediate actions included shutting down equipment and administering first aid.] |
Personnel Information
Names and Roles: |
[Name], [Job Title] |
Injuries: |
[Name] - [Minor lacerations on hands, treated on-site.] |
Immediate Actions Taken
First Aid: |
[Immediate first aid was administered by Emma Turner, who is trained in first aid. Minor lacerations on John's hands were cleaned, disinfected, and bandaged.] |
Emergency Response: |
[Workshop was evacuated promptly. Sarah Johnson notified emergency services. Fire extinguishers were ready, but not needed.] |
Investigation Details
Investigation Team: |
[Name] - {Job Title] [Name] - {Job Title] [Name] - {Job Title] |
Witness Statements: |
[Name of Witness and First Aid Responder] reported that the machine emitted smoke before malfunction. [Name of Equipment Specialist] observed irregularities in equipment maintenance. |
Photographs and Evidence: |
Photos of the malfunctioning equipment, maintenance logs, and the scene. Diagrams showing the location of the incident and emergency exits. |
Timeline of Events: |
[Time] - Malfunction observed [Time] - Workshop evacuation initiated [Time] - First aid administered to John Smith |
Root Causes and Contributing Factors
Immediate Causes: |
[Machinery malfunction due to a lack of routine maintenance, leading to safety mechanisms failure.] |
Underlying Causes: |
[Inadequate training in equipment maintenance and lack of a comprehensive preventive maintenance program.] |
Recommendations for Prevention
Corrective Actions: |
1. Implement a regular maintenance schedule for all machinery. 2. Provide additional training for maintenance staff on equipment safety. |
Training and Awareness: |
Conduct monthly safety meetings emphasizing the importance of routine maintenance and emergency response procedures. |
Approval and Signatures
Health and Safety Officer:
[NAME]
[MONTH DAY, YEAR]
Supervisor or Manager:
[NAME]
[MONTH DAY, YEAR]
Follow-Up Actions
Implementation Timeline: |
1. Maintenance schedule to commence on [Month Day, Year]. 2. Training session scheduled for [Month Day, Year]. |
Monitoring and Review: |
Monthly reviews during safety meetings, quarterly audits of maintenance records. Regular feedback sought from employees. |