Conducting
an Accident Investigation
Course 102
Safety Certified Supervisor Series
Review
Question 11
Conducting interviews is perhaps the easiest part of an investigation.
A. True
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The correct answer is, B. False. Conducting interviews is perhaps the hardest part of an investigation .Specifically, the interview process is crucial in gathering information that will help you develop an accurate sequence of events. Given an accurate account of what happened, you can analyze the accident to uncover surface and root causes and develop solutions. Cooperation and trust must exist for the process to be successful. Those conducting an interview must be well-thought-of and trusted by employees. Ultimately, the interview process helps to fix the system. It certainly is not useful if it's purpose is to help fix the blame.
B. False
