Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS (RCA)

An essential element of Asset Integrity Management and Reliability Centered Maintenance Procedures.

Course Overview

The RCA process provides you with a way to identify breakdowns in processes and systems that contributed to the event and how to prevent future events. The purpose of an RCA is to find out what happened, why it happened, and determine what changes need to be made.

Who should take this course?

ü  Professionals who wish to gain knowledge and understanding of Root Cause Analysis

ü  Industrial professionals who wish to understand the best practice framework for Root Cause Analysis

ü  Facilities / Utility Managers, Supervisors and Executives

ü  Personnel responsible for implementing and maintaining an Root Cause Analysis System

Benefit / Outcome of the course

Taking a course in root cause analysis can help you develop the skills to identify the underlying factors behind problems, allowing you to address issues more effectively and prevent future occurrences.

1. *Problem Solving:* Root cause analysis teaches you a systematic approach to problem-solving. You'll learn how to dig deeper into issues and find the fundamental causes, rather than just addressing symptoms.

2. *Preventive Measures:* By identifying the root causes of problems, you can implement measures to prevent them from happening again. This can save time, resources, and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.

3. *Data-Driven Decision Making:* Root cause analysis involves gathering and analyzing data to make informed decisions. This skill is valuable in making evidence-based choices in various aspects of work and life.

4. *Quality Improvement:* In fields like manufacturing, healthcare, and software development, root cause analysis helps improve the quality of products and services by eliminating defects and inefficiencies.

5. *Risk Reduction:* Understanding the underlying causes of failures or issues allows you to proactively address risks, leading to a safer and more reliable environment.

6. *Cross-Functional Collaboration:* Root cause analysis often involves a multidisciplinary approach, encouraging collaboration among different teams or departments to tackle complex problems.

7. *Continuous Improvement:* Organizations that embrace root cause analysis tend to have a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and efficiency.

8. *Effective Communication:* Learning to convey the root causes of problems clearly can facilitate communication with stakeholders and aid in finding solutions faster.

9. *Skill Transferability:* The skills you acquire in root cause analysis can be applied to a wide range of situations, from personal life challenges to professional projects.

10. *Career Advancement:* Having expertise in root cause analysis can make you a sought-after candidate for roles that require problem-solving, process improvement, and critical thinking skills.

Remember, the effectiveness of the benefits will depend on your dedication in applying the techniques you learn during the course.

Covered Topics

Methods for RCA
Data Collection
STEP, FMEA, FTA
The Main RCA Report
RCA Reporting System

Detailed analyzes of failed parts/components

Examples of systems/equipment that can be analyzed

Root Cause Failure Analysis Factors affecting service performance
Most common causes of service failures or breakdown
Examples of problems by the laboratory investigation

Reliability assessment

Root Cause Analysis Methods/Techniques
Failure cause
Failure effect
Failure
Failure mode
Root Cause Analysis Methods of production
Reactive Maintenance
Periodic Maintenance
Predictive Maintenance

Methods and analytical tools to identify the causes of failure or breakdown
The Loss Causation Model
Data Collection
Interviewing Considerations
Investigation Techniques

STEP Method

Examples of STEP Method

FMEA

Technique/Working Process

FMECA

Offshore gas production
immediate causes
Basic causes
Explosion and fire at refinery
Refinery Explosion and fire
Longford Gas plant
Rich oil-euthanizer reboiler

Root Cause Failure Analysis

RCFA of KNG Plant Failure
RCFA of WHRU
Metallurgical Investigation
Findings
Corrosion in 24” OD card pipeline

Assessments 

After completing the session, the students will be evaluated through a multiple-choice final exam. Once the final exam is cleared the passing grade should be 70% then it is considered as an end of course.

Duration/Discount

The training session is scheduled to last for one day.  Skedmia intends to provide discounts to a starting of 4 to 5 individuals. 

Disclaimer

The author expressly disclaims responsibility for the accuracy, completeness quality of the material given. This training does not imply that the provide materials will ensure student mastery. This insinuates that it is the responsibility of the students to further improve the knowledge and skills gained through this training through in-field experiences and or other methods as applicable.