NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation

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Course Overview

The entire course including exam is completed online
Exam assessment costs are included
You can access your online portal anywhere in the world via the internet
This is an Internationally recognised course
Suitable for all industries worldwide
Learn to investigate incidents
Developed by NEBOSH with the Health and Safety Executive in the UK
Following completion of this course progress to a NEBOSH Certificate
Learn advanced incident investigation techniques

Everything You Need to Know About the Course

What Is the NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation?

The NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation is a Level 2 qualification jointly developed by NEBOSH and the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE). It teaches learners how to investigate incidents, identify immediate and underlying causes, and prevent recurrence.
It is designed to improve workplace learning from incidents and strengthen safety culture.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

Supervisors and team leaders
HSE officers and coordinators
Managers responsible for incident reporting
Anyone involved in accident/near-miss investigations
Employees looking to develop essential investigation skills
No prior investigation experience is required.

What Skills Will You Gain?

You will learn how to:

Secure and preserve an incident scene
Gather witness evidence using effective interviewing techniques
Identify immediate, underlying, and root causes
Apply the HSE incident investigation model
Produce structured, clear investigation reports
Recommend corrective and preventive actions
Strengthen safety culture through learning from incidents

Results & Certificate

NEBOSH releases the result for the NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation within 50 working days of your assessment submission. Your result will be sent directly to your registered email address.

Once you have passed, NEBOSH issues your official NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation Certificate. Certificates are normally dispatched to the Learning Partner within 40 working days after the final result is confirmed.

Your Learning Partner will notify you as soon as the certificate is available for collection or delivery.

Training Led by a CMIOSH & NEBOSH-Approved Professional

Your training is delivered by a CMIOSH, CertIOSH, and NEBOSH-approved instructor and assessor with hands-on experience in conducting professional incident investigations.
You receive real-world examples, practical exercises, and guided walkthroughs of investigation techniques.

NEBOSH HSE Incident Investigation Assessment Format

Assessment consists of a single practical task:

You complete a written incident investigation based on a real or simulated scenario.
You will review the evidence, identify causes, interview a witness, and complete an official investigation form.
The assessment is marked as Pass or Refer.
There is no exam — only a practical investigation activity.

Course Syllabus Breakdown

The syllabus covers the following key areas:

Unit INV1 – Introduction to Incident Investigation
The moral, legal and financial reasons for preventing incidents
Human and organisational factors that contribute to incidents
Investigating incidents using a structured approach
Conducting witness interviews and gathering evidence
Establishing immediate, underlying, and root causes
Developing effective recommendations based on investigation findings

Fees, Payment Plans & Registration

Payment Options:

Easy installment plans
Split payments
Corporate discounts

Included in Your Fee:

Training by a NEBOSH-approved instructor
All study materials
Assessment registration

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NEBOSH FAQ'S

What is a NEBOSH ?

NEBOSH stands for the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (UK)
It’s a UK-based organization that awards internationally recognized health, safety, and environmental (HSE) qualifications—like NEBOSH IGC and NEBOSH Diploma—used for jobs such as Safety Officer, HSE Advisor, and HSE Manager

Who can enroll in NEBOSH courses?

Pretty much anyone can enroll in a NEBOSH course—there’s no strict eligibility for most entry-level NEBOSH qualifications

Who can enroll?

Freshers / students (no safety background needed)
Safety officers / HSE staff
Engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical, oil & gas)
Supervisors / foremen / team leaders
HR / admin / facility staff involved in workplace safety
Quality / operations / maintenance professionals

For higher level courses

NEBOSH Diploma: recommended after NEBOSH IGC (or similar safety qualification) and some experience—though not always mandatory

How are the courses delivered and how long do they take?

How the courses are delivered

Classroom (in-person): tutor-led sessions at a training center
Live online (Zoom/Teams): real-time classes with the trainer
Blended: live classes + recorded lectures + tutor support
Distance / eLearning: self-paced portal access, tutor support, and scheduled assessments (varies by provider)

How long they take

NEBOSH IGC (International General Certificate): about 3–4 weeks
NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation: usually 1–3 days training

Are NEBOSH certificates recognized internationally?

Yes NEBOSH certificates are internationally recognized and accepted by employers in many countries, especially for HSE/Safety jobs

Also, NEBOSH qualifications are recognized by multiple professional bodies globally (examples include BCSP, IIRSM, BCRSP, etc.), which further supports international acceptance

Which awarding body issues my certificate?

For NEBOSH courses, the awarding body is NEBOSH (UK) — NEBOSH issues your certificate upon successful completion

What is the validity of NEBOSH certificates?

In general, NEBOSH certificates do not have an expiry date — your NEBOSH qualification remains valid for life