Organizing of the investigation was the first step.

This included assembling the investigation team which

was based on the Thomas Concept. The team proceeded to individually gather evidence and information
relevant to the incident ensuring that all relevant sources were circulated. Evidence was found in the form
of videos, specifically “From Disaster – Superstore Collapse” along with PowerPoint presentations and
various other investigation documents. With sufficient evidence and information gathered an appraisal
process was started. The scope of investigation was established focused on the managers, owners,
engineers, and witnesses. Key players in this incident were identified including the Facilities Manager
Young Lee, and the owners of the department store. Further organization of the evidence was conducted
and the immediate cause was determined to be the structural degradation of column 5E. Basic causes
were also identified and primarily point to management’s accountability and commitment. A discussion
regarding the evidence and events was conducted arriving at a tentative conclusion. This was arrived at as
a result of initial evidence analysis and discussion. Immediate and basic causes were identified and event
and fault trees were constructed. The team is now proceeding to complete a detailed evidence analysis,
make recommendation, compile a report and prepare the presentation.