Fundamentals of Root Cause Analysis for Investigations

Course Overview

This course focuses on the principles and techniques used in root cause analysis (RCA) to investigate and address problems effectively. Participants will learn how to identify the underlying causes of issues, develop corrective actions, and implement preventive measures. The course will provide hands-on practice using case studies and real-life scenarios to improve investigation skills.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the principles of root cause analysis (RCA)
  • Use RCA tools and techniques for effective problem-solving
  • Analyze failures and identify the root causes of incidents
  • Develop corrective actions and prevent recurrence of issues
  • Lead RCA investigations and communicate findings clearly

Who Should Attend

  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Managers
  • Safety Managers
  • Process Engineers
  • Maintenance and Operations Personnel
  • Investigators and Auditors
  • Risk and Compliance Officers
  • Projects, logistics, quality and audit training
  • 5 Days
  • 5 Hours per day
  • All
  • In Class
  • $5,950
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14 - 18 December, 2025Cairo
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Course Profile

Introduction to Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

  • Overview of RCA principles and methodologies
  • The importance of identifying the root cause vs. symptoms
  • Key RCA tools: 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, Fault Tree Analysis
  • The role of RCA in incident investigations

 

Tools and Techniques for RCA

  • Deep dive into RCA tools: 5 Whys, Fishbone, and Pareto analysis
  • How to collect data and identify contributing factors
  • Engaging stakeholders during an RCA investigation
  • Using data effectively to analyze problems

 

Conducting RCA Investigations

  • Planning and structuring an RCA investigation
  • Interview techniques and data collection methods
  • Analyzing findings and identifying systemic issues
  • Preparing a report and presenting findings to stakeholders

 

 

Corrective Actions and Preventive Measures

  • Developing and implementing corrective actions based on RCA results
  • Measuring the effectiveness of corrective actions
  • Designing preventive measures to avoid recurrence
  • Continuous improvement culture and feedback loops

 

Reporting and Communicating RCA Findings

  • Best practices for reporting RCA findings and recommendations
  • Communicating technical and non-technical findings to diverse audiences
  • Writing clear, actionable reports
  • Case study review and lessons learned

 

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14 - 18 December, 2025 Cairo