What is the purpose of conducting a post-incident review?

The purpose of conducting a post-incident review is to analyze and improve responses. This process involves examining what occurred during the incident, identifying strengths and weaknesses in the response, and determining what could be done differently in the future. The goal is to learn from the experience, enhance procedures, and ensure that similar incidents can be handled more effectively. It fosters a culture of continuous improvement within the organization, allowing security personnel to refine their skills and protocols, thereby increasing overall safety and preparedness.

Focusing solely on assigning blame for mistakes does not contribute to organizational learning or improvement and may create a negative atmosphere. Gathering evidence for legal action is a different focus and typically occurs as part of a legal or investigative process rather than being the primary aim of a review designed for learning. While increasing surveillance measures may be a result of the findings of a review, it is not the main purpose of conducting a post-incident review, which primarily centers on analyzing responses and systemic issues.