It is also important, for the total university accident prevention effort, to be able to record and track the university's complete accident experience. This includes not only accidents to employees, but also to students, visitors, and volunteers. The Report of Accident form has been developed to provide this accident information in a uniform manner. These organizations can then direct their efforts and resources to the areas of greatest concern. All accidents occurring on the job that result in injury must be investigated and reported.
Untimely reports result in unnecessary fines and delayed claims.
The supervisor must discuss the incident with the employee and any witnesses before completing the reports. The supervisor must also make any necessary changes in procedures or conditions to prevent similar accidents. Students or Visitors All injuries to students and visitors to the university should be investigated and reported. The responsibility for reporting has been assigned to the instructor or department administrator who was in charge of the area, class, or function during which the student or visitor was injured. The injury is reported on a Report of Accident form.