Applied Rail Accident Investigation

Upon successful completion of this workshop series, you should be able to:

• Plan initial activities at a rail accident site taking into account factors such as type and severity of accident, hazards, location, time limitations and other requirements
• Identify, collect, inspect and analyse information/evidence from a variety of sources appropriate to the type of accident, including physical evidence, documentary evidence and interview information
• Investigate occupant safety and survivability aspects in rail accident investigations
• Compose an accident report and develop feasible safety recommendations
• Successfully manage an accident investigation, both on-site and through to the publication and acceptance of recommendations.