Perceptions and participation

To truly learn more about how to prevent injuries from an analysis of an incident, we need to approach the task with a different mindset. It’s not “accident investigation,” it’s “incident analysis.” This simple substitution can have great impact on how people view the process. Here are five reasons to change our perceptions – and our language – when it comes to the old “accident investigation.”

* Gain a broader understanding of contributing factors.
* Improve communication among employees.
* Increase involvement.
* Apply system solutions
* Promote accountability