Health & Safety Consultancy
Accident Reporting, Investigation & Corrective Action Support
RSCP Engineering & Consultancy provides support for accident reporting, investigation, and corrective action, helping businesses and project teams respond to incidents in a clear, structured, and practical way.
This service covers the reporting, investigation and follow-up of accidents and incidents. It is intended to help clients understand what happened, identify root causes, meet reporting requirements where applicable and implement corrective actions.
Service Overview
Accident and incident review helps organisations understand both immediate and underlying causes, assess whether current controls were adequate and decide what needs to change. The service supports clearer reporting, more effective investigation, and better follow-up.
When You May Need This Service
You may need this service where a workplace accident or incident has occurred, there is uncertainty over whether an event is reportable, management wants independent investigation support, or repeated issues suggest that current corrective actions are not addressing the real causes.
Regulatory Context
Across the UK, certain work-related injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences must be reported to the relevant enforcing authority and recorded in line with the applicable reporting regime. Internal investigation and follow-up action are also important in understanding causation, improving controls and reducing the likelihood of recurrence.
Scope of Service
- Accident and incident review
- Support with reporting obligations
- Investigation of causation and contributing factors
- Review of existing controls and arrangements
- Root cause analysis support
- Corrective action recommendations
- Lessons learned summary
- Support with improving internal reporting and investigation processes
Deliverables
- Incident investigation report
- Action plan and corrective action schedule
- Reporting guidance note
- Lessons learned summary
- Recommendations for updated controls, procedures or training
Who This Service Is For
- Employers and business owners
- Contractors and subcontractors
- Project and site management teams
- Operational businesses
- Organisations dealing with repeat events or near misses
- Clients wanting an independent or structured incident review
How RSCP Engineering & Consultancy Adds Value
We provide practical, improvement-led investigation support. The aim is not only to document what happened, but to help clients understand why it happened and what needs to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RIDDOR?
RIDDOR is the reporting framework for certain specified work-related injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences. The reporting route differs between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, but the principle is the same.
Do all workplace accidents have to be reported externally?
No. Only certain incidents are reportable under the relevant reporting regime, but internal recording and investigation are often still advisable.
Can you help us decide whether an incident is reportable?
Yes. We can support clients in understanding the reporting position and the required next steps.
What is included in an investigation?
Typically, this includes reviewing the facts, identifying immediate and underlying causes, assessing controls and recommending corrective action.
Can you investigate near misses as well as accidents?
Yes. Near misses can provide valuable learning and often justify a structured review.
Do you provide root cause analysis?
Yes. Where appropriate, this service can include review of underlying and contributing factors, not only the immediate event.
Can you help improve our internal reporting process?
Yes. This service can include a review of how incidents are recorded, escalated and followed up internally.
What happens after the investigation is complete?
We provide recommendations and action points so the findings can be translated into practical improvement.
RSCP Engineering & Consultancy is an independent consultancy bringing together expertise in fire safety, health & safety, and commercial project support.
RSCP Engineering & Consultancy Ltd. Registered in England and Wales under Company No. 09386967. Registered Office: Vision Offices, Saxon House, 27 Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1HT.
Contact Info
Vision Offices, Saxon House, 27 Duke Street
Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT