Accident investigation assessment five questions
Question 1
Why is a "ready" investigative kit so important and valuable to accident preparedness?
Question 2
There are several interviewing tips; which, in your opinion, is the most important?
Question 3
One step in the accident investigation process is preserving the scene of the accident. How do you preserve an accident scene?
Question 4
Consider the following accident scenario:
Three workers were assigned to replace a water valve located in an underground concrete vault. After removing the manhole cover, worker #1 climbed down the ladder into the vault. Worker #1 collapsed and became unconscious within seconds of reaching the bottom. Worker #2 went down the ladder to rescue worker #1 but was quickly overcome by the lack of oxygen. Both workers died at the bottom of the vault. Worker #3 stayed outside the vault and called for emergency response after worker #2 collapsed.
Develop a list of five questions you would ask a witness to the accident. Explain why you chose each question.
Question 5
Consider the following accident scenario:
Two workers were assigned to replace a water valve located in an underground concrete vault. After removing the manhole cover, worker #1 climbed down the ladder into the vault. Worker #1 collapsed and became unconscious within seconds of reaching the bottom. Worker #2 went down the ladder to rescue worker #1 but was quickly overcome by the lack of oxygen. Both workers died at the bottom of the vault. Worker #3 stayed outside the vault and called for emergency response after worker #2 collapsed.
Applying the "four P" evidence concept (physical, paper, people, and photographic), discuss the evidence related to the accident that you would want to collect. Explain the reasons for your choices.