Introduction

You would think that having a significant incident resulting in a fatality would result in a thorough investigation, with robust recommendations implemented to ensure that it could never happen again…  You would think…

However, on a few occasions I’ve been c...

We assist organisations conduct investigations of accidents, incidents and near misses.  Our investigations are outcome-focused to identify remedial actions that prevent recurrence, reduce risk and improve operational performance.

We've spent nearly 15 years investigati...

Introduction

Unlike the TV series 24, starring Kiefer Sutherland, the life of an investigator isn’t as glamorous or as action packed however can be just as satisfying and with far reaching and positive outcomes for everyone involved.

The Safety Wise team of Investigators...

Due to much welcomed advancements in equipment, technology, automation, processes, application of safety management system systems and principles, robust risk controls etc. most safety critical industries look at their incident statistics and are happy to see a declini...

From humble beginnings in 2002, Safety Wise has led the charge to deliver ICAM Investigation training across the globe with over 70,000 people trained face-to-face in over 43 countries (Closer to 120,000 when online learning is factored in).

Last week, an exciting miles...

Introduction

Safety Wise Solutions was founded in 2002 after CEO Gerry Gibb identified an opportunity to develop a standard approach to workplace incident investigations.

By 2004, the Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM) training was being delivered globally, with the t...

Introduction

In 2014, a Front End Loader (FEL) collided with a Forklift (FLT) that was being driven through a bulk product storage shed. Although there was no injuries sustained and only minor damage to the FLT, an investigation was undertaken to determine what went wro...

Introduction

As an Organisational Psychologist working with clients in various safety critical industries over the past 25 years I often get asked for some advice on how to better manage the 'human factor' within an organisation. Usually the conversation begins with a f...

So, you’ve finished your on-site investigation, collected and reviewed all the data, established the facts, identified the contributing factors and formulated recommendations to reduce risk and prevent recurrence…. What now? 

It’s time to prepare your written investigat...

Introduction

Immediately following an incident in the workplace, your first priority is to make the area safe to prevent any escalation of the incident and to then preserve the scene so as a thorough investigation can take place as soon as possible.

In all instances, the...