Incident Reporting @ Curtin

For an ON-LINE REPORTING: EduSafe Online Incident/Hazard Report Form.

If you having problem accessing the online reporting please use the printable form |PDF file| and return it to Edusafe.

Note: If you are reporting a situation of bullying or stress, please note that reporting is confidential. If you have questions regarding the completion of this form, please telephone EduSafe on (08) 9266 4900.

It is important that all accidents/incidents, near-misses and hazards are reported and recorded so that:

• investigations (where appropriate) can be performed, and action taken to prevent a recurrence of the incident.
• trend analyses of the collected information can be performed, allowing the organisation to focus preventative efforts on areas of most concern.
• a formal record is kept for the University and employee, should it be required at a later date as evidence that the event took place.
• legal requirements connected with reporting of injury and worker’s compensation are adhered to.

What should be reported?

• All injuries (events that cause an illness or injury requiring medical attention).
• All incidents (events that cause a minor injury of a first aid nature).
• All near-misses (events that do not cause injury but have the potential to do so).
• All hazards (anything that has the potential to cause ill health or injury).

Who should report the accident/incident, near miss or hazard?

• The injured person, or person(s) involved in the near miss or identifying the hazard. Supervisors and/or eye witness(es) may assist the injured person when appropriate or necessary.

When should the report be completed and submitted?

• As soon as is practicable after the incident or hazard is identified.

How can accidents, incidents, near-misses or hazards be reported?

Through the EduSafe Online Incident/Hazard Report Form.

Who conducts an accident investigation?

• The Manager or Supervisor with the assistance of the Safety and Health Representative
• EduSafe and/or specialist if the accident is serious.

RELATED DOCUMENTS

• Incident and Hazards Management |word file|
• Resolution of Issues - Occupational Safety and Health Policy and Procedures |pdf file|