ICTQual Level 3 Award in Route Cause Analysis

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Route Cause Analysis is a structured 3-day, 9-hour training programme delivered through approved training centres, focused on practical root cause analysis, incident investigation, corrective action planning, and safety improvement.

• ICTQual AB Level 3 award focused on root cause analysis in health and safety

• 3-day, 9-hour training programme

• Designed for professionals with health and safety experience

• Covers 8 mandatory study units

• Includes practical analytical tools such as Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, and Fault Tree Analysis

• Mandatory assessment through 100 multiple-choice questions with a 75% pass mark

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Route Cause Analysis is designed for health and safety professionals who need to investigate incidents in depth, identify underlying causes, and develop effective preventive measures. The course focuses on structured investigation, evidence-based analysis, and corrective actions that address root causes rather than symptoms.

• Develops deeper incident investigation capability

• Supports proactive prevention of recurring incidents

• Builds competence in structured root cause analysis

• Strengthens safety culture and accountability

• Improves corrective and preventive action planning

• Supports professional development in health and safety roles

Learners will develop the knowledge and skills to investigate incidents systematically, apply analytical tools, identify immediate and underlying causes, document findings, and communicate corrective actions effectively.

• Define root cause analysis and explain its significance in health and safety

• Apply incident investigation methods to gather and analyze relevant data

• Use analytical tools and methodologies to identify root causes effectively

• Collect, document, and maintain reliable investigation data

• Analyze human, behavioral, and organizational factors contributing to incidents

• Develop, implement, monitor, and communicate corrective and preventive actions

This course is designed for health and safety professionals who want to deepen their expertise in root cause analysis, incident investigation, and safety improvement within workplace environments.

• Health and safety officers

• Health and safety supervisors

• Incident investigation team members

• Safety improvement professionals

• Managers responsible for workplace safety performance

• Professionals seeking advanced root cause analysis skills

Learners should have relevant health and safety background, basic investigation awareness, and the language and literacy skills needed to complete training and assessment activities.

• Minimum one year of professional experience in a health and safety role

• Level 2 qualification in health and safety or a related field, basic literacy and numeracy skills, prior knowledge of basic incident investigation procedures, and English language proficiency

Assessment is mandatory and conducted through approved training centres to evaluate learners’ understanding of the course material and their ability to apply root cause analysis concepts in practical situations.

• Mandatory assessment conducted through Approved Training Centres

• 100 multiple-choice questions

• Assessment of comprehension and practical application of course material

• Minimum pass mark of 75%

Successful completion can support progression into advanced health and safety qualifications, specialist safety management roles, leadership positions, consultancy, and ongoing professional development.

• Advanced certifications in health and safety

• Specialization in safety management systems

• Leadership and management roles such as Health and Safety Manager or Director of Safety

• Consultancy, advisory services, continuous professional development, academic research, advanced data analytics, technology integration, and industry-specific certifications