Safety Reporting and Incident Investigation Policy Template

This safety reporting and incident investigation policy template has 2 pages and is a MS Word file type listed under our human resources documents.

Sample of our safety reporting and incident investigation policy template:

SAFETY REPORTING & INCIDENT INVESTIGATION POLICY INTRODUCTION [COMPANY NAME] is dedicated to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees, contractors, visitors, and stakeholders. This Safety Reporting and Incident Investigation Policy outlines our commitment to promptly reporting safety concerns, incidents, and near-misses. It also establishes the procedures for thorough incident investigations and continual improvement in safety practices. SAFETY REPORTING Responsibility: All employees, contractors, and visitors are responsible for promptly reporting any safety concerns, hazards, incidents, or near-misses to their immediate supervisor, safety officer, or designated personnel. Near-miss Reporting: [COMPANY NAME] encourages the reporting of near-miss incidents, which are events that did not result in injury or damage but had the potential to do so. Reporting near-misses provides valuable insights for preventing future incidents. Anonymous Reporting: [COMPANY NAME] recognizes the importance of open and honest reporting. Employees and stakeholders are encouraged to report safety concerns and incidents without fear of retaliation. Anonymous reporting channels will be made available for those who prefer to remain anonymous. INCIDENT INVESTIGATION Incident Classification: All reported incidents will be classified based on severity. This classification will help determine the level of investigation required. Investigation Team: [COMPANY NAME] will appoint trained personnel or teams to conduct thorough incident investigations. These teams may include safety officers, department heads, and relevant experts. Timely Investigations: Investigations will be initiated promptly after an incident is reported. The goal is to collect information while it is still fresh and accessible.