Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Course overview
Effective investigation turns a workplace incident into a lasting improvement rather than a repeated failure. This course teaches structured techniques for gathering evidence, reconstructing events, and identifying the underlying causes of accidents and near misses. Delegates practise interviewing, timeline building, and the development of corrective actions that address system weaknesses.
What you will gain
- Secure and document an incident scene correctly
- Interview witnesses without leading or contaminating evidence
- Distinguish immediate causes from underlying root causes
- Apply causal analysis methods such as the five whys and fault trees
- Write clear investigation reports with defensible findings
- Track corrective actions through to verified closure
Who should attend
- HSE officers and advisors
- Line managers and supervisors
- Members of investigation teams
- Quality and reliability professionals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 to 16 Sep 2026 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 10 to 12 May 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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