Answer to Question #213839 in English for Nerise

Question

Discuss the basic considerations or tactical steps you have to consider when starting a new investigation.

Answer 1

1. Immediate action- involves making the area safe, preserving the scene and notifying relevant parties.
2. Plan the investigation- involves planning for resources, who will be involved, and the duration.
3. Data collection-Collecting information about the incident from numerous sources, not only people involved or witnesses to the event, but also from equipment, documents and the scene of the incident.
4. Data analysis- The sequence of events needs to be understood before identifying why the incident happened.
5. Corrective actions- involves putting together different actions
6. Reporting- the investigation is concluded when all outstanding issues have been closed out and the findings have been communicated so that lessons can be shared.