Which type of report writing would document an accident?

• A. Accident
• B. Incident
• C. Daily activity
• D. Lightning surveys

Answer: (A)

When an event results in injury or property damage, the proper written record is an accident report. This type of report captures the full sequence of events and the essential facts: when and where it happened, who was involved, what occurred, what injuries or damage occurred, and any immediate actions taken. It also includes witnesses, any contributing factors, and follow-up steps to prevent a recurrence. This focus on actual harm or damage distinguishes it from other report types; for example, an incident report covers events that could have caused harm (near misses) or non-injury situations, routine daily activity logs track everyday tasks, and lightning surveys are unrelated to documenting accidents.