Investigation Assignment
Instructions
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Despite our best efforts, sometimes people are injured at work. When these unfortunate accidents occur, an
investigation is required to examine the causes of the event so that it can be avoided in the future.
Put yourself in the perspective of a Human Resources Generalist working at a manufacturing plant with 100
employees.
Today, at 15:30, a container of nearly red-hot, upper-control-arm forgings was overturned. The hot forgings fell
on a worker who was helping the drop forge machine operator. The worker suffered third degree burns over 20
percent of his body. Though he is expected to recover, the worker will lose most of his right arm, right ear, and
sight in his right eye. Describe the investigative methods and tools you would use to investigate this incident.
Some pertinent facts:
o The worker received all mandated health and safety training but did not receive specific training
regarding the drop forge as it is not his regular work area.
o There are visual aids and reminders for health and safety awareness of the machines in the area where
the accident occurred.
o There are 3 other employees who you believe witnessed the incident.
o The supervisor witnessed the incident, performed first aid and facilitated the employee reaching the
hospital.
o The scene has been secured, machines shut off in the area, and the area blocked off from all employees.
Based on this information you will describe your approach to an investigation of this accident. Your description
should include what you plan to do along with a general timeline of the order in which you would carry it out.
Grading
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Your report will include a title page with your name, student number, assignment name and professor name.
o Describe the timeline of events you think is reasonable to conduct the investigation, with a distinct
order to the steps you will take. This should begin with you becoming aware of the accident and end
with you submitting your investigation report. (5 marks)
o Describe the sources of data you will use to gather evidence to investigate the accident. This section
should identify whether your data represents, human, situational or environmental factors. (5 marks)
o Create 5 interview questions that you would ask witnesses to the event and provide an explanation for
each question. (10 marks)
The assignment is worth 20% of your overall grade.
Any supplemental research you complete should be appropriately referenced at the end of your submission.
Provide your own thoughts. Plagiarism from internet sources or from classmates will result in a mark of ZERO
for the assignment in addition to any other repercussions under the Academic Integrity policy.
Due date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 11:59pm EST through the Moodle dropbox.