Band 6 and above, Dr level ST1 and above. Each candidate’s line manager must confirm that they are likely to undertake a serious incident investigation within one a year of completing the training.

• A clear understanding of the principles of serious incident investigation, including root cause methodology.
• The skills to apply those principles to serious incident investigations within the Trust
• The ability to identify and obtain key evidence including documentary evidence, statements and to undertake interviews with staff, patients, families and others effectively and sensitively.
• The ability to interpret the evidence obtained and draw conclusions about contributory factors and root causes.
• An understanding of how to write effective recommendations to address the key issues in the investigation. 
• The ability to draw together the findings in a high quality investigation report that will meet the needs and expectations of patients, families, the Trust and external organisations.

• Supporting patients/staff following an incident
• Gathering evidence for an investigation
• Human factors and healthcare incidents
• Preparing a timeline and identifying care/service delivery issues 
• Application of root cause analysis tools
• Making SMART recommendations

Inga Sulkeviciute

Serious Incident Framework page 5 – 24 (Required)

Barts Health Adverse Incident Policy (Required)

TBC