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Filling out an incident report is a vital aspect of workplace safety and compliance. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you accurately complete the How To Write An Incident Report + Templates.

Follow the steps to effectively fill out the incident report template.

1. Use the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the provided document editor.
2. Fill in the employer’s information, including the legal name, trade name, operating location number, WorkSafeBC account number, head office address, city, province, email address, phone number, and postal code.
3. Record the injured person's details by entering their last name, first name, and job title.
4. Provide the location, date, and time of the incident. Specify the city, province, date (in yyyy-mm-dd format), and time (indicating a.m. or p.m.).
5. Select all types of occurrences that apply from the given list, such as serious injury to a worker, hazardous substance release, or any significant incidents.
6. Choose the report type you are submitting, such as Preliminary Investigation Report or Full Investigation Report, and fill in the report dates.
7. List any witnesses with their last names, first names, and job titles.
8. Document necessary details about other individuals involved in the investigation.
9. Detail the sequence of events that led to the incident.
10. Explain unsafe conditions, acts, or procedures that contributed to the incident.
11. If applicable, describe the nature of any serious injury suffered.
12. Summarize the incident briefly, focusing on the sequence of events and unsafe factors.
13. Detail corrective actions identified and taken to prevent similar incidents, including expected completion dates.
14. Provide an explanation for any blank areas in the report.
15. List all persons involved in carrying out the preliminary investigation.
16. Analyze the causes of the incident and document findings systematically.
17. If further corrective actions are needed, list them here with assigned individuals and completion dates.
18. Record all participants in the full investigation with their details.
19. Include contact details for other relevant workplace parties.
20. After completing all required sections, ensure to save your changes, then download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your incident report online today to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.