What is typically reviewed during incident investigations?

During incident investigations, one of the primary focuses is on identifying accident causes and contributing factors. Understanding the root causes of an incident is crucial for preventing future occurrences. This involves analyzing not only what happened, but also why it happened, by examining various elements such as the actions of individuals involved, equipment performance, safety protocols, workplace conditions, and environmental factors. By doing this thorough analysis, organizations can develop effective strategies to improve safety and mitigate risks.

While other elements like workplace design, employee attendance, and cost implications may provide some context during the investigation, they do not specifically address the fundamental purpose of incident investigations, which is to uncover learnings to enhance safety performance and prevent future incidents.