Why Advanced Investigation Skills Matter

Lead Investigators play a critical role in shaping organisational learning. Beyond identifying what happened, they must:

• Manage investigation resources effectively

• Ensure investigation integrity and objectivity

• Deliver findings that strengthen systems rather than assign blame

• Improve the long-term effectiveness of corrective actions

When applied correctly, ICAM investigation processes support deeper organisational insight and stronger risk mitigation outcomes.

Who Should Attend This Course?

This course is suitable for professionals responsible for leading or overseeing workplace investigations, including:

• WHS Professionals

• Managers and Supervisors

• Safety Representatives

• Technical and Maintenance Specialists

• Operational Leaders

If you are responsible for leading investigations into serious incidents, high-potential events or complex workplace occurrences, this ICAM training Australia program provides the advanced capability required.

What the ICAM Lead Investigator Course Covers

This course equips participants with modern accident investigation techniques grounded in contemporary safety science. Participants will learn how to:

• Apply the ICAM framework using a structured investigation process

• Conduct effective evidence collection and analysis, including interviews and document review

• Identify organisational and systemic contributing factors

• Facilitate investigation workshops and Learning Reviews

• Develop recommendations focused on corrective action effectiveness

• Lead investigations that aim to mitigate recurrence and reduce risk

The program integrates updated ICAM methodologies, including facilitation techniques aligned with Learning Reviews and contemporary safety thinking.

If you completed ICAM training two years ago or more, we recommend attending our ICAM Refresher Workshop to ensure your investigation capability reflects current best practice and updated incident investigation methodology standards.

What's Included?

All attendees will receive an ICAM Australia Workbook and be subscribed to the ICAM QRG App(Mobile/Tablet/Laptop required to utilise QRG App). The ICAM QRG App will include a free 3-month subscription starting 2 weeks prior to their course commencement date. If attendees choose, they can opt in to 12 month subscription of the ICAM QRG App for $165 inc GST. 

All additional training materials will be provided on the day. For those attending a face-to-face to face ICAM for Lead Investigators course Catering will be provided (Catering not provided for Online courses). 

Please feel free to bring any additional items such as laptops, tablets or notebooks that you may wish to use. 

Nationally Recognised Unit of Competency

Following attendance at ICAM Australia’s “ICAM for Lead Investigator” course, participants may register for the nationally recognised Unit of Competency:

BSBWHS515 – Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidents

This option is included in public course pricing.

ICAM Australia partners with Registered Training Organisation Training Education and Management Services Pty Ltd (RTO 91852), which administers the assessment and issues the Academic Transcript and Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

In-House ICAM Lead Investigator Training

ICAM Australia also provides tailored in-house delivery, customised to align with your organisation’s own:

• Procedures and reporting templates

• Terminology and risk frameworks

• Internal analysis methodologies

In-house programs allow investigation scenarios and workshops to reflect your operational context, strengthening practical application and organisational learning outcomes.

Ready to Strengthen Your Investigation Capability?

Whether attending a public course or booking tailored in-house training, our ICAM Lead Investigator course supports professionals in delivering structured, defensible and learning-focused investigations.

Enquire today at ICAM Australia to secure your place.