scope:

This manual focuses specifically on cabin safety aspects that should be addressed as part of the investigation process. Other aspects required during an investigation are outside the scope of this manual. However, they should be included as part of the final report, which is produced at the completion of an investigation. Since accident investigations vary in complexity, a document of this kind cannot cover all eventualities. However, the most common techniques and processes are included herein. Although this manual is of use to both experienced and inexperienced investigators, it is not a substitute for investigation training. Guidance on cabin investigator training is presented in Chapter 4.