Root Cause Failure Analysis Training Course

ICTI and Partners Certification

1 Week

20 hours

Classroom, In-House, Online

Price: £3500

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In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, unplanned downtime and repetitive failures can cost organizations millions in lost productivity, safety risks, and reduced asset reliability. The Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) Training Course by Imperial Corporate Training Institute is designed to help professionals systematically identify, analyze, and eliminate the underlying causes of equipment and process failures. This course empowers participants to develop a data-driven mindset for problem-solving, improve asset performance, and strengthen maintenance strategies that directly impact organizational profitability.

Through this corporate-focused training, participants gain hands-on expertise in applying RCFA methodologies and tools such as Fishbone Diagrams, 5 Whys, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). The course emphasizes practical application across real-world industrial scenarios, helping teams enhance reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and create a proactive culture of continuous improvement. Delivered by industry experts, this training ensures that every participant leaves equipped with actionable skills to drive operational excellence and sustainable business growth.

Objectives

Upon completion of the Root Cause Failure Analysis Training Course at Imperial Corporate Training Institute, participants will be able to:

Understand the core principles and methodologies of Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA).
Identify and differentiate between symptoms, causes, and root causes in equipment and process failures.
Implement structured problem-solving techniques to minimize recurrence of failures.
Apply analytical tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and FTA to identify failure mechanisms.
Develop effective data collection and evidence-based analysis strategies.
Create actionable corrective and preventive maintenance plans.
Integrate RCFA within maintenance and reliability programs.
Enhance communication between engineering, maintenance, and operations teams for cross-functional problem-solving.
Build a proactive reliability culture that supports continuous improvement and cost optimization.
Strengthen decision-making through evidence-based root cause identification and risk mitigation.

Target Audience

This corporate-oriented RCFA course is tailored for professionals who are directly involved in maintenance, reliability, and process optimization within industrial and manufacturing sectors. Ideal participants include:

Maintenance Engineers and Managers
Reliability Engineers
Production and Operations Supervisors
Process Engineers and Technicians
Quality Assurance Professionals
Safety and Risk Management Personnel
Asset Integrity and Plant Engineers
Continuous Improvement Specialists
Equipment Design Engineers
Industrial Consultants and Project Managers

The program is particularly beneficial for organizations aiming to enhance reliability performance, reduce unplanned downtime, and establish a systematic approach to problem resolution across operational teams.

Course Modules

Overview of RCFA and its importance in manufacturing and industrial operations
The cost of failure: direct and indirect impacts on corporate performance
Differentiating between symptom, cause, and root cause
Relationship between RCFA, reliability, and maintenance strategies

Understanding failure modes and patterns
Common mechanical, electrical, and process-related failure types
Identifying physical, human, and latent causes of failure
The role of human error and organizational culture in recurring failures

Overview of qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques
Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagram – cause and effect identification
The 5 Whys approach to uncover root causes
Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) – logic-based problem diagnosis
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for preventive action planning
Pareto Analysis for prioritizing high-impact issues

Effective failure data gathering and documentation
Understanding process parameters and operational data
Role of inspection reports, maintenance logs, and equipment history
Techniques for evidence validation and verification

Step-by-step approach to conducting RCFA investigations
Roles and responsibilities of the RCFA team
Structuring problem statements and analysis workflow
Practical exercises and real-life industrial case studies

Translating root cause findings into actionable solutions
Designing corrective action plans (CAPA) for long-term effectiveness
Verification and validation of corrective actions
Measuring the effectiveness of implemented solutions

Embedding RCFA into reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs
Leveraging RCFA for predictive and preventive maintenance strategies
Aligning RCFA outcomes with asset management goals (ISO 55000)
KPIs and performance indicators for monitoring improvement

The influence of human behavior on failure analysis outcomes
Building a no-blame culture that encourages transparency and learning
Enhancing cross-functional collaboration and communication
Knowledge management and institutional learning

Structuring professional RCFA reports
Communicating analysis results to management and stakeholders
Decision-making support through analytical reporting
Ensuring traceability and accountability in failure management

Hands-on analysis using real-world failure cases
Group exercises simulating industrial scenarios
Application of RCFA tools in collaborative settings
Presentation of findings and discussion on continuous improvement initiatives

FAQs

What is the duration of the Root Cause Failure Analysis Training Course?

The course typically spans 2 to 5 days, depending on the delivery format—whether in-person, corporate onsite, or virtual interactive sessions.

Does this course include practical exercises?

Yes. Participants will engage in real-world case studies, group problem-solving sessions, and hands-on workshops designed around industrial failure scenarios.

Who should attend this training?

This course is ideal for maintenance engineers, reliability specialists, production managers, and quality professionals across manufacturing and industrial sectors.

What skills will participants gain?

Attendees will learn how to identify failure causes, conduct structured investigations, apply RCFA tools, and develop effective corrective actions.

Is the course aligned with industry standards?

Yes. The training is aligned with global reliability and maintenance standards including ISO 55000, RCM, and modern asset management practices.

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