Incident Investigation Team Member
QUALIFICATION OVERVIEW
The Incident Investigation Team Member Skills Programme equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills
required to participate effectively in workplace incident and accident investigations. The programme focuses on
identifying causes of incidents, gathering and analysing evidence, contributing to investigation reports and supporting
corrective actions aimed at preventing future occurrences. It is designed to strengthen workplace health and safety
systems through effective incident investigation practices.
This programme is ideal for Occupational Health and Safety Representatives, supervisors, team leaders, employees,
safety committee members and other workplace role players who may be required to participate in incident or accident
investigations. Learners develop the ability to contribute objectively and professionally to investigation teams while
complying with legal and organisational requirements.
The programme is designed to develop competencies in:
- Understanding workplace incident and accident investigation principles
- Identifying different types of workplace incidents and accidents
- Applying incident investigation methodologies and techniques
- Gathering and preserving evidence from incident scenes
- Conducting witness interviews and collecting information
- Assisting with root cause analysis activities
- Contributing to incident investigation reports
- Recommending corrective and preventative actions
- Applying legal and regulatory requirements relating to incident investigations
- Supporting organisational health and safety improvement initiatives
ACCREDITATION & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Programme Code:
SIITL010
Accreditation status:
- Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
- Occupational Skills Programme: Incident Investigation Team Member
- Skills Programme ID: SP-250906
- NQF Level 4
- 2 Credits
- Occupational Skills Programme (OSP)
Duration:
3 - 6 months
Entry requirements:
Recommended entry requirements include:
- Basic literacy and communication skills
- Employment within, or access to, a workplace environment
- Occupational Health and Safety awareness is advantageous
- Current or prospective participation in workplace safety activities is beneficial
Knowledge Modules (1)
- Concepts, Principles and Practices of Occupational Incident and Accident Investigations Assessment
Practical Skills Modules (2)
- Participation in a Workplace Incident Investigation Scenario and Completion of an Incident Investigation Report
Workplace Application Modules(1)
- Demonstrate Incident Investigation Team Leadership and Corrective Action Planning
Total Major Assessment Components
2 Major Assessment Components
- 1 Knowledge Assessment
- 1 Practical Skills Assessment
- 1 Final Integrated Assessment
Assessment activities evaluate the learner’s ability to understand investigation principles, gather and analyse evidence, identify causes and contribute to incident investigation reports and corrective action recommendations.
Career Opportunities
Successful learners may perform duties associated with:
- Incident Investigation Team Member
- Occupational Health and Safety Representative
- Safety Committee Member
- Safety Coordinator Assistant
- Workplace Safety Practitioner Support Role
- Compliance and Risk Support Officer
- Supervisor involved in Incident Investigations
This programme also serves as a progression pathway towards the Incident Investigation Team Leader (SP-250818) programme and other Occupational Health and Safety learning pathways.
Type of Certificate Awarded
Upon successful completion of the programme and all assessment requirements, learners will receive a: Statement of Results and Skills Programme Certification for Incident Investigation Team Member
Issued through an accredited QCTO Skills Development Provider in accordance with QCTO Skills Programme requirements.
