Root Cause Analysis Safety Training
The Root Cause Analysis Training Course is designed to help participants understand the real reasons behind problems and incidents in the workplace. This course focuses on identifying, analyzing, and solving issues using proven techniques like the 5 Whys and Cause & Effect Diagrams. By following structured steps, learners will discover what happened, why it happened, and how to prevent similar issues in the future. This RCA training improves problem-solving skills, supports safety compliance, and helps build a culture of continuous improvement. It’s ideal for professionals in industries like oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing who want to strengthen their incident investigation and risk management skills.
Topics Covered Day 1
- What is Root Cause Analysis? – Understanding the core problem behind issues
- Root Cause: The “Evil at the Bottom” – Identifying underlying causes
- Why Root Cause Analysis? – Importance of preventing recurring problems
- Principles of Root Cause Analysis – Key guidelines for effective analysis
- Applications of Root Cause Analysis – Where and how it is used
- Root Cause Analysis Tools – Techniques and tools for investigation
Overview of a Problem Solving Process
- What is a Problem? – Understanding issues clearly
- Problem Solving Funnel – Narrowing down to key causes
- A Simple Problem Solving Process – Step-by-step approach
- PDCA Problem Solving Process – Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle
- DMAIC Problem Solving Process – Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control
- What is a Root Cause? – Identifying the source of problems
- Dealing with Root Causes – Strategies to eliminate underlying issues
Root Cause Analysis using 5 Whys
- What is the 5 Whys? – Technique to find the root cause by asking “Why?” repeatedly
- Benefits of the 5 Whys – Simple, effective, and quick problem-solving method
- When is 5 Whys Most Used? – Best for recurring or simple problems
- How to Complete the 5 Whys – Step-by-step procedure
- 5 Whys Process Funnel – Narrowing down to the core issue
- Examples of 5 Whys – Real-world illustrations
- 5 Whys: Key Points – Tips for accurate analysis
- Drawbacks of the 5 Whys – Limitations to be aware of
Root Cause Analysis using Cause & Effect Diagram Day 2
- Cause & Effect Diagram – Visual tool to identify root causes
- When to Use – Ideal for complex problems in processes
- Benefits – Clarifies relationships and highlights key issues
- Cause & Effect Diagram (Manufacturing) – Application in production processes
- Cause & Effect Diagram (Service) – Application in service industries
- Examples of Cause & Effect Diagrams – Real-world illustrations
- How to Construct a Cause & Effect Diagram – Step-by-step guide
- Cause & Effect Diagram: Considerations – Points to keep in mind
- Cause & Effect Diagram: Practice Tips – Best practices for effective use
- Checklists for the 5M1E – Ensuring comprehensive analysis (Man, Machine, Material, Method, Measurement, Environment)
Root Cause Prioritization using Pareto Chart
- Introduction to Pareto Chart
- Pareto Chart: Purpose & When to Use
- Pareto Chart – Data Collection
- Example of Pareto Chart
- How to Construct a Pareto Chart
- Pareto Chart: Tips & Tricks
- Flowcharting
- Cause & Effect Diagrams
- Barrier Analysis
- Change Analysis
- Pareto Analysis
- Fishbone/Ishikawa
- Benchmarking
- Common Errors of Root Cause
- Corrective Actions
Instructional Method
- Lecture
- PowerPoint Presentation
- Audio Visual Video DVD
- Group Discussions
- Question and Answer Session
- Demonstration
- Hands on Practical Training on Simulator.
Equipment Used
- Computer/Laptop/DVD