Senior Investigator & Root Cause Analysis Training - UK & Europe
Our comprehensive root cause analysis training can transform your organisation's incident investigation capabilities.

"When investigating incidents, I use TOP-SET."
Ian Prosser CBE
Former HM Chief Inspector of Railways and Director of Railway Safety at Office of Rail Regulation
About the Course
Our 3-Day Senior Investigator Course is so much more than root cause analysis training! It brings TOP-SET's globally recognised methodology and trains your team to lead investigations in any situation - no internet or special software required.
The training teaches professionals and managers how to lead an incident investigation team through every step of the investigation using the TOP-SET methodology so that you can get to the real root causes of incidents.
What you will master in the Senior Investigator course:
- Building effective investigation teams tailored to each incident
- Planning comprehensive investigations that leave no stone unturned
- Gathering and analysing critical data with precision
- Conducting effective interviews that reveal key insights
- Developing SMART recommendations that prevent reoccurrence
- Creating clear, actionable incident reports that drive improvement
You will gain complete mastery of TOP-SET's logical six-step process, enabling you to act decisively when incidents occur.

Benefits of Senior Investigator & Root Cause Analysis Training
For Organisations
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Cultural Transformation: Create a positive 'step change' in how your organisation approaches incident investigation
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Consistent Approach: Improve communication by using a standardised investigation methodology
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Compliance: Meet ISO 14001 requirements and support ISO 9001 quality management objectives
For Participants
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Professional Recognition: Become a certified TOP-SET Senior Investigator
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Practical Skills: Gain immediately applicable techniques such as root cause analysis for every investigation phase
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Collaborative Learning: Share insights with colleagues while developing both independent and team skills
- Professional Development: Earn 21 hours of CPD credit
What our clients say
“Great course with truly professional teachers. I’d recommend it to all my network with certain seniority in incident investigations and problem solving.” Giulio Scalise, Head of HSE, RWE Renewables
"I have done quite a few investigation training courses during my career, but I strongly believe that Kelvin TOP-SET is the most usable for me. The training exceeded my expectations" Danny Vleghert, Rig Manager, Velesto
"The Kelvin TOP-SET training is excellent. A really valuable tool when investigating." James Purvis, Project Manager, Bilfinger UK
"I would highly recommend the Kelvin TOP-SET Senior Investigator Course for those leading complex incident investigations." Karl Byrne, SHEQ Manager Ireland, Gist
If this course is not for you, click to see our other incident investigation courses.

