Kelvin TOP-SET is an incident investigation system built for structured root cause analysis. The system guides investigators through a step by step process. It helps teams plan and conduct investigations, collect incident data in a methodical fashion, and uncover the real root causes behind an event. It applies to incidents of all severity levels. This ranges from minor non-lost-time events such as slips, trips and falls to major incidents such as oil spills and explosions.
The TOP-SET method breaks incident investigation work into clear stages. As a result, teams rely less on individual experience and instead follow a repeatable framework. Users of the system gain confidence in their own investigative skills. In turn, they become fully enabled to plan and conduct investigations on their own. This matters because inconsistent investigation quality can leave root causes unaddressed and increase the risk of recurrence.
Kelvin TOP-SET serves energy companies, drilling operations, FPSO owners, vessel owners, oil service companies and shipyards. In these environments, incidents often involve multiple systems, contractors and jurisdictions. Therefore, a common investigation framework matters. It helps teams across different sites and companies document findings in a consistent, comparable format.
The system supports investigation of both non-lost-time incidents and major catastrophic events. Additionally, it applies the same core methodology across the full range. As a result, organizations can compare data and track recurring root causes over time, instead of treating each severity level as a separate process.
Companies operating in maritime, offshore, subsea and energy sectors can use Kelvin TOP-SET to build in-house incident investigation capability. Talk to an M&O expert to learn how the TOP-SET system fits your operation.
