OSX 971 • OSHA 7505: Introduction to Incident/Accident Investigation

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Course Description

This course covers an introduction to basic accident investigation procedures and describes accident analysis techniques. Course topics include reasons for conducting accident investigations, employer responsibilities related to workplace accident investigations, and a six step accident investigation procedure.

The target audience is the employer, manager, employee or employee representative who is involved in conducting accident and/or near-miss investigations. Upon course completion students will have the basic skills necessary to conduct an effective accident investigation at the workplace.

Who Should Attend

Individuals responsible for overseeing safety in industries such as: Construction, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Maritime and General Industry.

Learning Outcomes

Identify basic accident investigation concepts
Describe the characteristics of an effective accident investigation program
Describe the six-step process for conducting accident investigations
Conduct an accident investigation following the six step procedure.

CEUs: 1.5
Prerequisites: None
Course Length: 2 days
Recommended Materials: Pen, pencil, highlighter and writing pad

Registration Eligibility

Students who wish to participate in OSHA–numbered courses in the online synchronous video conferencing format must have a valid physical address in OSHA's San Francisco Region (AK, AZ, CA, OR, NV, HI, ID, WA, Guam, and American Samoa), or obtain permission from their local OTIEC to attend a class outside their home region.

Other CSUDH OTIEC courses can be taken by anyone (no residency required).

System and Equipment Requirements

It is important that students review the system and equipment requirements listed below to be able to successfully take part in a CSUDH OTIEC course, whether participating in person or online via video conferencing.

In-Person System and Equipment Requirements

A laptop with built-in camera, Wi-Fi capability

Online System and Equipment Requirements

An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (4G/LTE or better)
Access to computer or laptop with built-in camera – one student per device
OSHA 510, 511, 500 and 501 Students only:
Additional stand-alone webcam or secondary device (phone)
Built-in or external speakers/headset and microphone

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OSX 971 • OSHA 7505: Incident/Accident Investigation