ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT CHECKLIST TEMPLATE An Accident Investigation Report is a structured document used to record, analyse, and learn from workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses. Its primary purpose is to identify what happened, why it happened, and what needs to change to prevent it from happening again. 01 ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REPORT CHECKLIST TEMPLATE A well-prepared accident investigation report focuses on: User Guideline: Use this checklist to ensure every accident, incident, or near miss is investigated consistently, thoroughly, and without blame. Tick each item as it is completed. Attach additional documents, photos, and statements where required. This template is suitable for global use across industries and aligns with common EHS and ISO-style investigation practices. Facts and evidence Contributing conditions and behaviours Underlying system or process failures Corrective and preventive actions An accident investigation report is relevant across multiple roles and industries: EHS / HSE Professionals Safety Officers and Managers Operations and Site Managers HR and Compliance Teams Risk and Facilities Managers Note: The templates/guides in our Content Library were created by the SDS Manager Team to help you manage site operations effectively. They are provided as reference tools and should be tailored to match your specific project needs, company policies, and industry standards. SDS Manager does not guarantee that these templates meet legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements. Users are responsible for reviewing and adapting each template to ensure compliance with their operational and legal obligations.