Workplace Incident Investigation Topics

Employers should always investigate all incidents in which a worker was or could have been injured to learn from what happened to prevent future occurrences.

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Incidents

Construction Worker Dies After Tragic Struck-by Incident

When workers are assigned to tasks in the vicinity of moving vehicles, the employer should require pre-work safety meetings for all employees on site.

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Wood Chipper
Incidents

Crushed-by Wood Chipper Machine Maintenance Incident

Wood chippers are dangerous, but this tragedy didn't happen the way you think. Lessons Learned reminder to always inspect heavy equipment prior to use.

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Incidents

Effective Root Cause Analysis for Incident Prevention Success

Learn more about how an effective root cause analysis during an incident investigation can prevent future incidents and improve workplace safety.

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Two Step Ladders, One Has Fallen
Incidents

Lessons Learned From a Fatal Ladder Fall Incident

Review the lessons learned from this fatal ladder accident at your next safety meeting as you review fall hazard risks with your crews.

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Broken Skylight
Incidents

When Skylights are Deadly: Why Fall Protection is Required

"How could I have prevented it? Don't say, I've been doing this for 20 years, that won't happen to me, because it's not true. Look what happened."

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First Aid Medical Bag
Incidents

First Aid Basics Vital to the Skilled Trades Industry

Learn more about the first aid basics that are the most vital for the skilled trades industry and provide a good foundation for your workforce.

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Incidents

Reviewing First Aid Steps During a Staff Safety Meeting

Every medical emergency is different, so your next safety meeting is a great opportunity to review first aid steps with trained employees.

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