Interviewing Witnesses After a Workplace Incident

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About Course

Good witness interviews are often the most important source of information after an accident or near miss. This course explains how to plan interviews, put people at ease, ask open questions, avoid leading and blame, record accounts accurately and use what you learn.

This course gives general guidance based on HSE publications and is not legal advice. Follow your organisation’s investigation procedure and take advice where legal proceedings are possible.

What Will You Learn?

  • Plan witness interviews promptly after an incident
  • Use open questions and avoid leading or blaming
  • Record accurate, objective accounts
  • Combine witness evidence with other information

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Before the interview
  • Conducting the interview
  • Recording and using the evidence

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment

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