Which information is typically included in a complete final incident report?

• A. Who, what, when, where, why, how; actions taken; witnesses; evidence; follow-up; signatures
• B. Only the date and location
• C. Only the actions taken
• D. Only the witnesses

Answer: (A)

Capturing a complete final incident report requires documenting the full spectrum of information needed to understand and act on the event. The report should include who was involved or affected, what occurred, when and where it happened, why it happened if known, and how it unfolded; it should also specify the actions taken in response, any witnesses who observed the incident, evidence collected, follow-up actions or recommendations, and the signatures of the person completing the report and any approving authority. This combination ensures an accurate, verifiable record for investigation, accountability, and future reference. Other options fall short because they provide only a small portion of the necessary information—date and location without actions, witnesses, evidence, or follow-up; or only actions; or only witnesses—leaving the incident ambiguously documented and unusable for formal processes.