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Structured Crash Investigation using Root Cause Analysis Matrix (RCAM)
July 29, 2024 @ 12:00 am - July 31, 2024 @ 12:00 am
Overview of the Training Programme
The Structured Crash Investigation using Root Cause Analysis Matrix (RCAM) training programme is organized by the Centre of Excellence for Road Safety (CoERS), IIT Madras to strengthen scientific crash investigation capabilities among enforcement agencies and road safety professionals. The programme introduces a structured methodology to analyze road crashes using the Root Cause Analysis Matrix (RCAM) framework.
The training focuses on understanding the human, vehicle, and environmental factors that contribute to road crashes and equips participants with practical tools to conduct evidence-based crash investigations. Through expert sessions, case studies, field inspections, and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to systematically identify root causes and document findings to support better road safety interventions.
Theme / Focus Area
Structured Crash Investigation using Root Cause Analysis Matrix (RCAM)
Event Description
This three-day intensive training programme provides a structured approach to crash investigation using the RCAM methodology. Participants will explore the full crash analysis process – from pre-impact conditions to post-impact outcomes – through a combination of classroom sessions, scene inspections, and practical demonstrations.
The training emphasizes real-world applications of crash investigation techniques, enabling participants to systematically collect evidence, analyze contributing factors, estimate vehicle speeds, and document findings using the RCAM framework. The programme aims to build institutional capacity for data-driven crash analysis and improved road safety decision-making.
Event Details
Date: 29 July 2024 – 31 July 2024
Venue: Karnataka Police Academy
Training Agenda
Day 1
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Registration |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | Inauguration and Special Address |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Pre-Impact Test |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Design Thinking for Problem Solving |
| 11:30 – 11:45 | Tea Break |
| 11:45 – 13:30 | Human Factors Contributing to Crash |
| 13:30 – 14:00 | Brief on Crash Scenarios for Inspection |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Lunch Break |
| 15:00 – 16:30 | SoC Visit and Data Collection in RCAM Format |
| 16:30 – 16:45 | Tea Break |
| 16:45 – 18:00 | Preparation, Presentation, and Review of Observations and Findings |
Day 2
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 09:00 – 11:00 | Vehicle Factors Contributing to Crash |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Driving Method Factors Contributing to Crash Through Scene Inspection |
| 11:30 – 11:45 | Tea Break |
| 11:45 – 12:15 | Evidence-Based Vehicle Speed Estimation |
| 12:15 – 14:00 | Environmental Factors Contributing to Crash |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Lunch Break |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Use Case Discussion using RCAM Methodology |
| 16:00 – 16:15 | Tea Break |
| 16:15 – 18:00 | Use Case Discussion using RCAM Methodology |
Day 3
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 09:00 – 11:30 | RCAM Application Demonstration |
| 11:30 – 11:45 | Tea Break |
| 11:45 – 14:00 | Hands-on Training on RCAM Application for Use Case Coding |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Lunch Break |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Post-Impact Test |
| 16:00 – 16:15 | Tea Break |
| 16:15 – 17:00 | Training Feedback |
| 17:00 – 17:30 | Certificate Distribution |
Expected Outcomes
Participants completing this training will gain practical knowledge in:
- Structured crash investigation techniques
- Identifying human, vehicle, and environmental crash factors
- Applying the RCAM framework for systematic crash analysis
- Evidence-based speed estimation methods
- Conducting scene inspections and documenting findings