Accident Investigation
Services
Workplace accidents can have a lasting impact on your business and team, but a thorough investigation is the key to preventing similar incidents in the future.
At Omny, our Accident Investigation Services are designed to uncover root causes, ensure compliance, and help you maintain a safer workplace environment. We offer clear, actionable insights so you can focus on moving forward confidently.
How we work with you
Omny’s investigative approach is straightforward and comprehensive, offering a clear plan for understanding and addressing risks. Here’s what our process involves:
Incident Scene Assessment
We begin by working with your team to assess the incident site and secure key information, including any physical evidence and CCTV footage, to capture an accurate picture of the events.
Data Collection and Analysis
Our investigation team gather and analyse data from various sources, including inspection reports, safety records, and witness statements. We examine all contributing factors, from procedural issues and potential human error to environmental factors such as weather conditions.
Root Cause Analysis
Using techniques like the “5 Whys” and Fault Tree Analysis, our consultants conduct an in-depth analysis to pinpoint the root cause and underlying factors that contributed to the incident. We go beyond surface-level findings, providing a deeper understanding of why the incident occurred.
Insightful Reporting
You’ll receive a detailed report that includes findings, root causes, and specific recommendations for corrective actions. Our reports are designed to be straightforward and actionable, providing a clear path toward improving workplace safety.
Corrective Action Planning and Follow-Up
Omny’s here to help you build a safer workplace, every step of the way. We’ll create a corrective action plan tailored to your needs and guide you through each stage, so you can feel confident that risks are reduced and your team is protected.
Accident and Incident Investigation FAQs
While not explicitly required, many UK regulations imply the necessity of conducting workplace accident investigations to maintain a safe environment and prevent similar incidents.
The “5 Whys” technique involves asking “why” multiple times to drill down to the underlying cause of why an incident occurred, helping to address issues at their source rather than just treating symptoms.
RIDDOR, or the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, is a UK law requiring employers to report certain serious workplace incidents to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). This includes work-related fatalities, specific injuries, certain diseases, and dangerous occurrences, helping authorities monitor and improve workplace safety.
Investigating accidents promptly is recommended to ensure accurate findings. Starting quickly helps preserve the incident scene, captures evidence, and ensures all relevant information—such as witness reports and physical details—is gathered. Timely investigations support accurate findings and strengthen accident prevention efforts.
In health and safety, an accident refers to an unexpected event that causes harm or damage, always occurring without intention. An incident is a broader term that covers any noteworthy event, which may or may not result in harm and can include near-misses. Simply put, all accidents are incidents, but not all incidents are accidents—incidents cover a wider scope in safety reporting, capturing both accidents and potential risks.
Investigation team members include personnel with relevant expertise, such as safety professionals, managers, and sometimes external consultants. This team is responsible for conducting the investigation and collecting relevant documents and witness accounts to determine the underlying causes of the incident.
If an injured person cannot participate immediately, eyewitness accounts and CCTV footage are valuable sources of information for the investigation team. They help reconstruct the events leading up to the incident, providing a complete picture of what occurred.
Data collection involves gathering relevant documents, witness statements, CCTV tapes, and reports from those people involved. The investigation team may also conduct interviews and collect evidence from the incident scene to support a detailed analysis of the events leading to the incident.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is examined during incident investigations to determine whether it was used correctly and if it provided adequate protection. Reviewing PPE usage helps the investigation team assess safety compliance and identify potential improvements for accident prevention.
