What are the 10 Key Questions to Ask in Accident Investigations?

Essential Questions for Thorough Accident Investigations

Effective accident investigations require asking the right questions to prevent future incidents and ensure proper compensation. Here are the 10 key questions every investigator should ask.

The 10 Key Questions

1. What exactly happened? (Sequence of events)
2. When and where did the accident occur?
3. Who was involved and what were their roles?
4. What equipment or materials were involved?
5. What were the environmental conditions?
6. What safety procedures were in place?
7. Were safety procedures followed?
8. What were the immediate and root causes?
9. What injuries or damages occurred?
10. How can similar accidents be prevented?