What really happened? Mastering interviews in safety investigations

Kevin Chambers sits down with investigator and author Desai Link to explore the critical role of oral testimony in workplace investigations.

Moving beyond checklists and paperwork, Desai explains how effective conversations can reveal the deeper context behind incidents and lead to better outcomes.

They discuss practical techniques for interviewing witnesses, testing evidence, and creating a comfortable environment that encourages honest, meaningful accounts. Whether you’re new to investigations or looking to sharpen your skills, this episode offers valuable, real-world insights.

Desai is a co-founder of The Circus of Safety podcast. He is also the author of Beyond the Incident: Practical Tools, Legal Causation and Applied Workplace Investigation.

The Health and Safety Hub is the official podcast for the National Safety Show 2026.

This podcast series is proudly produced in partnership with nib

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