What is Child PIP?

The Child Healthcare Problem Identification Programme (Child PIP) gives South African healthcare teams a practical, evidence-based system to review child deaths, identify avoidable causes, and take action that saves lives. 

Child PIP is a proven mortality audit tool used in South African hospitals to identify modifiable factors in child deaths, improve care quality, and inform policy. Version 4 brings updated software, forms, and resources for easier implementation. 

What's New in Version 4?

Updated v4 software installation package

Revised Version 4 data collection forms

Enhanced user guides and quick-start materials

What You'll Find on This Site

1. Getting Started

New to Child PIP? Start here. This section walks you through what the programme is, who should be involved, and how to set it up in your hospital.

2. Software

Download and install the Child PIP Version 4 software. Step-by-step installation guidance is included.

3. The Mortality Review Process

Learn how to conduct a structured child death review — from identifying a case to completing the review and recording modifiable factors.

4. Data Collection

Download data collection forms and learn how to complete them correctly. Consistent, accurate data collection is the foundation of meaningful audit.

5. Data Presentation

Learn how to analyse your data and present it effectively in reports, meetings, and slides to drive change in your facility and district.

6. Training

Access everything you need to organise and run a Child PIP training workshop for your team, including facilitator guides and training materials.

Why Child PIP Matters

Child PIP helps hospitals identify system issues, clinician factors, and patient/family barriers to care. 

Used nationwide, it supports the goal of reducing preventable under-5 mortality.