Accident Investigation Certificate Program

Accident Investigation Certificate Program

Every year thousands of employees are injured on the job. As a result someone has to investigate. If that someone is you, do you know what to do and what not to do?

This certificate program will walk you, step-by-step, through the whole process. You will conduct investigations for multiple simulated accidents. You will learn how to make solid recommendations based on the facts of the investigation and how to defend your work if ever your investigation is called into question.

• SH 601 - Intermediate Accident Investigation and Photography
  This three-day course provides the participant with accident investigation procedures and analysis techniques beyond the basic level. The goal of the course is to help participants gain the skills necessary to conduct more effective accident investigations at their workplace. This course also includes a full day of instruction on the proper use of digital photography and its role in conducting and documenting the scene of an accident.


• SH 701- Advanced Accident Investigation
  This 4-day course will teach participants advanced skills in conducting accident investigations that will aid in determining contributing factors that lead to the injury or fatality and how to develop a course of action to prevent future problems. Participants will also learn the importance of conducting a thorough investigation in a consistent manner that will, if necessary, stand up in court. Topics also include calculation of the costs, direct and indirect, associated with an accident. Coursework includes lecture, in-class workshops and case studies, and out-of-class work.