Description
Course Name: Professional Diploma in Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
Course Id: PDIIRCA/Q1001
Eligibility: 10+2(higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: The Professional Diploma in Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis is designed to develop skilled safety professionals who can systematically investigate workplace incidents, identify underlying causes, and implement corrective and preventive measures. The course focuses on analytical thinking, structured investigation methods, and safety improvement strategies to reduce future risks and enhance organizational safety systems.
Duration: Six Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 120 minutes.
No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Module 1: Fundamentals of Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Introduction to Incident Investigation, Principles of Accident Causation, Types of Workplace Incidents, Incident Reporting Procedures, Roles and Responsibilities of Investigators, Occupational Health and Safety Fundamentals, Legal and Regulatory Requirements, Safety Culture and Incident Prevention, Ethics in Incident Investigation, Documentation and Record Management
Module 2: Incident Investigation Techniques: Incident Scene Management, Evidence Collection Methods, Interviewing Witnesses and Personnel, Photography and Video Documentation, Physical Evidence Preservation, Timeline Reconstruction Techniques, Incident Data Collection, Human Factors Analysis, Environmental and Equipment Assessment, Investigation Report Preparation
Module 3: Root Cause Analysis Methodologies: Principles of Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5 Whys Technique, Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagram, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Barrier Analysis, Change Analysis Techniques, Event and Causal Factor Charting, Human Error Analysis, Root Cause Verification Methods
Module 4: Corrective Actions and Risk Management: Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Risk Assessment Following Incidents, Hazard Identification and Control Measures, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Safety Improvement Planning, Preventive Maintenance Strategies, Emergency Response Improvement, Monitoring Corrective Action Effectiveness, Lessons Learned Programs, Continuous Safety Improvement
Module 5: Compliance, Auditing and Investigation Management: Occupational Health and Safety Laws, ISO 45001 Requirements, Incident Investigation Audits, Regulatory Reporting Requirements, Insurance and Liability Considerations, Safety Performance Monitoring, Investigation Documentation Standards, Compliance Verification Techniques, Management Review Processes, Quality Assurance in Incident Investigations
Module 6: Advanced Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Process Safety Incident Investigation, Industrial Accident Investigation, Fire and Explosion Investigation, Chemical Incident Investigation, Electrical Accident Investigation, Construction and Infrastructure Incident Analysis, AI and Digital Investigation Tools, Predictive Safety Analytics, Leadership in Incident Investigation Management, Emerging Trends in Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
