Searching Incident History
The Incident Repository may contain many records over time. This guide shows you how to search and filter to find specific incidents.
Accessing the Search
- Navigate to Incidents from the sidebar.
- The incident list is displayed with the most recent at the top.
- Use the Search bar and Filters to narrow results.
Search Options
Keyword Search
Type keywords into the search bar to match against:
- Subject/title
- Description text
- Attached filenames
[!TIP] Use specific terms like names, locations, or case numbers for best results.
Filter by Type
Use the Type dropdown to filter by incident category:
- Medical
- Behavioral
- CTW
- Property
- Other
Filter by Status
Use the Status filter to show:
- Open — Incidents still active or requiring follow-up.
- Under Review — Incidents being investigated.
- Closed — Resolved incidents.
- All — Show everything.
Filter by Date
Use the Date Range filter to specify:
- Start date (from)
- End date (to)
This is useful for reviewing incidents from a specific event or time period.
Viewing Results
Search results display:
- Incident date
- Type
- Subject
- Status
- Reporting member
Click any result to view the full incident details and update history.
Exporting Results
Depending on your role, you may be able to export search results:
- PDF Report — Formatted summary for printing or sharing.
- CSV Export — Spreadsheet format for analysis.
[!NOTE] Export capabilities may be limited to leadership roles.
Best Practices
- Be specific: Narrow searches yield better results.
- Check spelling: The search matches exact text.
- Use date ranges: Limit scope to relevant time periods.
- Review closed incidents: Past incidents may inform current situations.
See Also
- Filing an Incident — Create a new incident.
- Adding Updates — Append follow-up information.
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