This course equips you with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective incident investigation and root cause identification using internationally recognized methodologies. You will learn how to prevent recurrence and improve the workplace environment by applying systematic steps to gather and analyze evidence. The examples are tailored to agricultural factory settings, including equipment failures, chemical spills, and minor fires.
Target Audience
The Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis Course is intended for the following groups:
- Occupational safety supervisors and officers in agricultural factories and facilities.
- Operations and maintenance engineers on production lines.
- Department and division managers responsible for risk management.
- Members of internal incident investigation committees.
- Students and researchers in engineering and occupational safety disciplines.
Course Modules
The course is structured over two training days as follows:
Day One: Fundamentals of Incident Investigation
- Definition and types of incidents, including injuries, near misses, property damage, and environmental events.
- Basic investigation steps: reporting, securing the site, and data collection.
- Techniques for information gathering, such as interviews, document review, and field photography.
- Practical applications for real incidents in agricultural factory settings and how to manage them.
Day Two: Root Cause Analysis and Report Preparation
- Concept and importance of Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Common RCA methodologies such as the “5 Whys” and Fishbone Diagram (Ishikawa).
- Practical exercise: analyzing a hypothetical incident in an agricultural factory and identifying root causes.
- Formulating corrective and preventive actions based on investigation results.
- Writing the investigation report and submitting it professionally to management.
- Final review of concepts and participant Q&A.
Course Objectives
This course aims to enable you to:
- Understand the steps of incident investigation and their role in improving safety.
- Master techniques for collecting and analyzing incident-related evidence and data.
- Apply RCA methodologies to identify true root causes.
- Develop effective corrective and preventive recommendations.
- Foster a culture of safety and prevent future incidents.
Course Impact
On the Trainee
- Enhance your ability to analyze problems using scientific and systematic methods.
- Build confidence and professionalism in handling incidents.
- Strengthen your role in promoting a strong safety culture.
On the Organization
- Reduce incident recurrence and improve operational procedures.
- Build management trust in the capabilities of technical teams.
- Ensure compliance with global safety and quality standards.
This course is a pivotal step for anyone seeking to understand and analyze the root causes of incidents and improve performance in agricultural and industrial workplaces. With the skills acquired, you will become a key contributor to preventing future incidents and fostering a safer and more sustainable work environment. Enroll now to advance your investigation and root cause analysis capabilities.
