Appendix F
QUESTIONS TO ASK
There are certain key questions that will help an investigator to complete a thorough investigation. The following will work in many instances.
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Who was involved in the accident?
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Were there any witnesses?
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Where and when did the accident occur (specific location and time)?
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Was there a fatality?
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What injuries were sustained and by whom?
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What was the victim doing at the time of the accident?
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Was the victim authorized and qualified to do this operation?
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Were approved procedures being followed?
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Was the victim familiar with the job and procedures?
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Is the job or process new to the area?
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Were proper tools or equipment being used?
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Was the proper supervision being provided?
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Had the victim received hazard potential training prior to the accident?
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What was the location of the accident?
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What was the physical condition of the area when the accident occurred?
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If there were witnesses, what were they doing at the time of the accident?
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What immediate or temporary action could have prevented the accident or minimized its effect?
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What long-term or permanent action could have prevented the accident or minimized its effect?
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Had corrective action been recommended in the past but not adopted?
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What equipment or property was damaged?
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Did the accident involve a motor vehicle?
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Did the employee exhibit any behavioral or physical signs or symptoms of drug or alcohol impairment?
Other questions may be needed, depending on the accident.