Authors : Dowell David Ikpokini; Ahmed Tijani Ashiru; Aliyu Umar Mohammed; Paul Ayanda; Rahinatu Ibrahim; Aliyu Zubairu; Olumide Israel Oyekeye; Halimat Omaye Abubakar

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 9 - September

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Abstract : With a high rate of workplace accidents, injuries, and fatalities, the construction industry continues to rank among the most dangerous in the world. Effective accident investigation and reporting are essential for enhancing safety management systems, preventing recurrence, and promoting organizational learning in addition to regulatory framework compliance (Lingard et al. 2017, Swuste et al. in 2020 With a focus on their function in risk reduction and a long-lasting safety culture, this paper examines the fundamentals, procedures, and difficulties of accident investigation and reporting in the construction industry. There are suggestions for improving reporting systems in developing contexts, along with case studies and best practices.

Keywords : Accident Investigation, Reporting, Construction Safety, Organizational Learning, Occupational Health.

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