This form collects comprehensive information about incidents, injuries, or disaster-related events affecting remote workers. Complete all sections relevant to your situation. Mandatory fields are marked for submission.
Date and time this report is being submitted
Date and time the incident occurred (if different from report time)
Primary classification of this report
Work-related Injury or Illness
Property or Equipment Damage
Security or Data Breach Incident
Environmental or Hazard Exposure
Natural or Man-made Disaster Impact
Near Miss (no actual harm occurred)
Other
Other:
Initial severity assessment (1 = Minimal, 5 = Critical)
Full name of person completing this report
Your relationship to the incident
I am the affected individual
I am a colleague/peer of the affected individual
I am the direct supervisor/manager
I am a family member or emergency contact
I am a witness
I am reporting on behalf of another department
Your job title or role
Your contact email address
Your direct contact phone number
Are you the immediate supervisor of the affected individual(s)?
When did you first become aware of this incident?
Name of the immediate supervisor (if known)
Are you reporting an incident affecting multiple individuals?
Details of all affected individuals
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Full name of the affected individual
Job title or role of the affected individual
Department, team, or business unit
Direct supervisor or manager name
Employment start date of affected individual (if applicable)
Type of remote work location where incident occurred
Primary residence (home office)
Secondary residence (vacation home, family property)
Co-working space or shared office facility
Public space (cafe, library, airport)
Vehicle (car, van, RV) while traveling
Client or partner organization site
Temporary accommodation (hotel, short-term rental)
Outdoor or non-traditional workspace
Other:
Full physical address or detailed location description
Is this location address confidential or sensitive?
Confidentiality Note: This address will be restricted to authorized personnel only for safety and investigation purposes.
Was the individual working alone at the time of the incident?
Describe the communication check-in protocol in place (if any):
Who else was present and what was their role?
Select all environmental and ergonomic factors present at the location (select all that apply)
Adequate lighting for tasks performed
Ergonomic chair and desk setup
Proper ventilation and air quality
Temperature control (heating/cooling)
Acceptable noise levels or quiet space
Electrical safety (grounded outlets, no exposed wires)
Clear walkways and exits
Adequate space for movement
Secure and stable internet connection
Privacy screens or confidential workspace
None of the above
Were any of the selected environmental factors inadequate or contributing to the incident?
Describe which factors were inadequate and how they contributed:
Comprehensive description of what happened
What specific task or activity was the individual performing when the incident occurred?
Immediate cause or trigger of the incident
Select all contributing factors (select all that apply)
Human error or oversight
Inadequate training or knowledge
Fatigue or distraction
Faulty or malfunctioning equipment
Inadequate workstation setup
Environmental hazard (slip, trip, fire, etc.)
Communication breakdown
Process or procedure not followed
Process or procedure was unclear or missing
External factor (weather, third-party, etc.)
Technology or system failure
Health or medical condition
Other:
Was this a 'near miss' where no actual harm occurred but potential was present?
What potential consequences were avoided and how?
Could this incident have realistically occurred in a traditional office environment?
Explain how this is specific to remote work context:
Explain why this is unique to remote work settings:
Did the incident result in any physical injury, illness, or acute health condition?
Type of injury or health impact
Musculoskeletal (sprain, strain, back injury, RSI)
Cut, puncture, or laceration
Burn (thermal, chemical, electrical)
Slip, trip, or fall injury
Eye injury or strain
Acute illness or allergic reaction
Mental health crisis or severe stress
Respiratory issue
Electric shock
Concussion or head injury
Other:
Was there any mental health or psychological impact?
Describe the psychological impact experienced:
Was professional medical attention or first aid required?
Select all medical responses that were initiated (select all that apply)
Self-administered first aid
First aid from colleague or family member
Telemedicine or virtual doctor consultation
Visit to primary care physician
Visit to urgent care clinic
Emergency room visit
Hospital admission
Ambulance or emergency services called
Mental health counselor or therapist contacted
Employee assistance program (EAP) utilized
None of the above
Is the affected individual currently unable to perform their work duties?
Anticipated date of return to full duties (if known)
Describe any ongoing symptoms, treatment plan, or work restrictions:
Was this incident directly related to or triggered by a disaster, emergency, or major disruption event?
Primary disaster or emergency type
Natural disaster (earthquake, flood, hurricane, wildfire)
Severe weather event (storm, extreme temperatures)
Power outage or utility failure
Cybersecurity incident (ransomware, data breach)
Civil unrest or security threat
Pandemic or widespread health crisis
Critical infrastructure failure
Supply chain or logistics disruption
Technological system outage
Other:
Was an official disaster contingency or business continuity plan activated in response?
Which specific contingency measures were implemented and how effective were they?
Explain why no contingency plan was activated or why one does not exist:
Rate the impact on various business continuity aspects
No Impact | Minor Impact | Moderate Impact | Major Impact | Severe Impact | |
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Did this incident require evacuation or relocation from the remote work location?
Describe evacuation process and current location of the individual:
Were immediate corrective or response actions taken at the time of the incident?
Describe all immediate actions taken and by whom:
Explain why no immediate action was possible or taken:
Select all notifications and escalations that have been completed (select all that apply)
Immediate supervisor or manager notified
Department head or senior leadership notified
Internal safety or risk management team contacted
Human Resources (HR) department informed
IT or cybersecurity team notified (if applicable)
Facilities or workplace safety team contacted
Legal or compliance team notified
Insurance provider contacted
External emergency services contacted (police, fire, ambulance)
External regulatory or government agency notified
No notifications have been made yet
Was work activity stopped or suspended due to this incident?
Describe what work was stopped and the current status:
Timeline of Key Response Actions
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Did the incident result in damage to any equipment, technology, or property?
Detailed damage assessment
Item Description | Item Type | Ownership | Damage Severity (1 = Cosmetic, 5 = Total Loss) | Estimated Repair/Replacement Cost | Is item essential for work continuation? | ||
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Was any sensitive or confidential company data compromised, lost, or exposed?
Describe the data involved and potential impact:
Has a backup or recovery process been initiated for any damaged technology or data?
Describe the recovery status and estimated time to full functionality:
Rate the impact on various business and operational aspects (1 = No Impact, 5 = Severe Impact)
Individual's ability to perform core job functions | |
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Customer or client service delivery | |
Meeting internal or external deadlines | |
Revenue generation or financial performance | |
Company reputation or client relationships | |
Regulatory or compliance obligations | |
Overall business continuity |
Will this incident cause any deadlines or deliverables to be missed?
Impacted deadlines and deliverables
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Have clients, customers, or external partners been notified of any impact?
Describe the communication made and client reactions (if any):
Estimated financial impact on the business (if quantifiable)
Estimated time for full operational recovery
Immediate (no impact)
Within 24 hours
1-3 business days
4-7 business days
1-2 weeks
2-4 weeks
More than 1 month
Unknown/indeterminate
This section helps identify underlying causes to prevent recurrence. Consider all factors that may have contributed to the incident.
Assess the role of various human factors in the incident
Not a Factor | Minor Factor | Moderate Factor | Major Factor | Primary Cause | |
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Lack of knowledge or training | |||||
Fatigue, stress, or burnout | |||||
Distraction or lack of focus | |||||
Complacency or overconfidence | |||||
Communication breakdown | |||||
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Physical or mental health condition |
Assess the role of various environmental and technical factors
Not a Factor | Minor Factor | Moderate Factor | Major Factor | Primary Cause | |
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Inadequate workspace ergonomics | |||||
Poor lighting or visibility | |||||
Excessive noise or interruptions | |||||
Unsafe electrical setup | |||||
Equipment malfunction or failure | |||||
Unreliable internet or technology | |||||
Extreme temperatures or poor ventilation | |||||
Cluttered or obstructed workspace |
Assess the role of organizational and procedural factors
Not a Factor | Minor Factor | Moderate Factor | Major Factor | Primary Cause | |
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Lack of remote-specific training | |||||
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Do you believe this incident could have been prevented with existing controls and procedures?
Explain why existing controls failed to prevent the incident:
What specific controls or procedures were missing or inadequate?
Have similar incidents or near misses occurred before for this individual, team, or location?
Describe previous incidents and what was done to address them:
Were there any witnesses to the incident (including virtual witnesses)?
Witness information and statements
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Upload any relevant photographs of the scene, equipment damage, or injuries (if applicable and appropriate)
Upload screenshots if incident involved technology, software, or digital systems
Upload any relevant documents such as medical reports, police reports, or insurance forms (if available)
Is there video evidence available (security camera, dashcam, screen recording)?
Describe the video evidence and how it can be accessed:
Additional notes, observations, or context not captured elsewhere:
Immediate corrective actions recommended to prevent recurrence
Select all preventive measures that should be implemented (select all that apply)
Enhanced remote work safety training
Individual ergonomic workstation assessment
Equipment inspection or replacement
Revision of remote work policies or procedures
Increased supervisor check-ins and support
Mental health and wellness resources
Emergency response protocol development
Technical or system upgrades
Environmental hazard remediation
Personal protective equipment (PPE) provision
Communication plan improvement
No further action recommended
Other:
Should a formal risk assessment be conducted for this remote work setup or activity?
Specify the scope and priority of the risk assessment:
Is additional equipment or resources needed to prevent similar incidents?
Required equipment and resources
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Should this incident be escalated to a higher management level or specialized committee?
Explain the escalation rationale and recommended approach:
Target date for implementing recommended preventive actions
Person or role responsible for monitoring implementation of preventive actions
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