Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) for Engineers

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Start Date

29/06/2026

End Date

03/07/2026

Category

Engineering & Maintenance

Country

London

Course Overview

This course provides in-depth techniques and structured approaches to identify the root causes of equipment and system failures. It equips engineers with the tools to investigate incidents and implement effective corrective actions.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Apply systematic root cause analysis methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Identify failure modes and their contributing factors.
• Analyze data and evidence to trace the root cause.
• Develop and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Improve reliability and reduce repeat failures through lessons learned.

Course Outline

1. Principles and Benefits of Root Cause Analysis
2. Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
3. Investigation Techniques and Evidence Gathering
4. Root Cause Identification Tools (Ishikawa, 5 Whys, Fault Tree)
5. Corrective Action Planning and Case Studies

Target Audience

Maintenance and reliability engineers, technical managers, and plant supervisors responsible for asset performance and failure prevention.

Methodology

Case studies, group investigations, RCA tools application workshops, and field data analysis.

Conclusion

Participants will be equipped to lead structured failure investigations and implement effective long-term solutions.

Daily Agenda

1 Day

Introduction to RCFA Principles

2 Day

Failure Modes and Mechanisms

3 Day

RCFA Tools and Techniques

4 Day

Investigation and Documentation

5 Day

Developing Corrective Actions