Conducting an Accident Investigation
Course 102
Safety Certified Supervisor Series

MODULE 6: DEVELOPING RECOMMENDATIONS

Answer Six Key Questions

Answer the following six questions to help develop and justify recommendations.

1. Pinpoint the problem
   
2. What is the history of the problem?
   
3. Pinpoint the specific solution
   
4. Who is the decision maker?
   
5. Why is that person doing safety?
   
6. What will be the cost/benefits if the recommendation is approved and the predictable cost/benefits if not?

Pinpoint the specific solution

What are the solutions that would correct the problem? What are the specific engineering, administrative and PPE controls that, when applied, will eliminate or at least reduce exposure to the hazardous conditions? What are the specific system improvements needed to ensure a long term fix?