Available Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training Courses

Learn more about our advanced accident and incident investigation courses. Click a course title to reveal a brief overview and link to the course description.

Elevate your HSE expertise with the Certified Accident and Incident Investigator Advanced Practitioner Course (CAIIAP). This professional training is meticulously designed to equip you with essential skills, knowledge, and procedures for conducting investigations at the highest standards. By enrolling in the CAIIAP, you become a key player in reducing investigation-related risks and ensuring a standardised, consistent approach to investigative processes across your organisation.

NEBOSH and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have jointly developed a one-day NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation qualification. This course demonstrates how non-complex incidents can be effectively investigated. By learning lessons and making improvements, organisations can prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

This course focuses on the requirements of RIDDOR, ensuring participants understand how to report workplace injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences in compliance with UK regulations. Learn more at the RIDDOR Training Course.

Accident investigation is an essential component of workplace health and safety management. This Accident Investigation Course ensures that accidents are properly analysed and root causes identified. Recommendations made during investigations help prevent recurrence and strengthen the management system. Suitable for health and safety advisers, safety representatives, managers, supervisors, and anyone responsible for investigating workplace accidents.

This Incident Investigation Course is based on two formal guidance documents:

  • British Standard BS 45002-3:2028 – General guidelines for applying ISO45001, Part 3: Guidance on incident investigation.
  • UK HSE HSG245 – Investigating accidents and incidents guidance.

This pioneering Near Miss Reporting Training course helps line managers develop the competency to deliver effective learning and safety improvements. Trainees learn to work with front-line employees to capture reports, reveal how work is actually performed, and analyse underlying contexts causing human error. This insight allows managers to deliver tangible impacts on safety and overall performance.

Learn More About Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training

Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training teaches employees, supervisors, and safety professionals how to correctly identify, document, and investigate workplace incidents. Understanding how to report accidents and near misses not only ensures compliance with UK health and safety law but also helps create a proactive safety culture that prevents future incidents.

What Is Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training?

Accident reporting involves recording any event that leads to injury, illness, or property damage. Near miss reporting, on the other hand, focuses on events that could have caused harm but didn’t. By capturing both, organisations can recognise hazards, analyse patterns, and take preventive actions before serious accidents occur.

This training provides staff with the knowledge to:

A proactive approach to accident and near miss reporting reduces risk, improves morale, and demonstrates a company’s commitment to employee well-being.

Legal and Regulatory Requirements (RIDDOR)

In the UK, accident reporting is governed by the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).

These laws require employers and responsible persons to report specific incidents, including:

Failure to comply with RIDDOR can result in regulatory penalties and reputational damage. These courses help participants understand their legal duties, the correct reporting channels, and the documentation standards required by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

The Reporting Process

Training outlines each stage of an effective reporting process:

  1. Identify and respond to incidents quickly and safely
  2. Record key details, including time, location, individuals involved, and circumstances
  3. Notify management or safety officers following company procedures
  4. Investigate causes to determine what went wrong
  5. Take corrective action to prevent recurrence

Accurate documentation allows organisations to spot patterns and implement meaningful improvements to safety systems.

Accident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis

Accident investigation is a structured process aimed at uncovering the root cause of an incident — not just the symptoms.

Participants can learn how to:

Thorough investigations strengthen safety management systems, reduce repeat incidents, and help organisations meet compliance requirements.

Corrective and Preventive Actions

After an investigation, it’s essential to implement both corrective and preventive measures. These may include:

By acting on investigation findings, organisations demonstrate commitment to safety and significantly reduce the likelihood of future accidents.

Record Keeping and Documentation

Effective record keeping is vital for compliance and continual improvement. Detailed documentation supports:

Accurate records prove due diligence and can protect businesses in the event of legal action. A transparent system of documentation helps maintain accountability and trust across all levels of the organisation.

Communication and Safety Culture

Open and honest communication is the backbone of any strong safety culture. This course emphasises the importance of:

When employees feel confident to report unsafe conditions, it leads to fewer incidents, improved teamwork, and a more positive workplace environment.

Who Should Attend Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training?

This training is suitable for:

No prior qualifications are required — just a commitment to improving workplace safety and awareness.

Benefits of Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training

Training Formats Available

To accommodate different learning preferences, courses are offered in three flexible formats:

Each format covers the same core principles and outcomes, ensuring consistent quality and certification standards.

Get Started with Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training

Understanding how to report and investigate workplace incidents is an essential skill for maintaining safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. By enrolling in an Accident Reporting and Near Miss Training course, you empower your workforce to identify risks early, respond effectively, and prevent incidents before they happen.

Start your training today and take a proactive step toward creating a safer, more compliant workplace.

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