Root Cause Analysis (RCA) - In English

Root cause analysis is used to improve process and product quality, minimize safety risks, and meet regulatory requirements. It helps organizations identify the underlying causes of deviations so they can implement necessary changes to prevent recurrence. This could include anything from quality issues in a process and in products e.g. to food safety concerns, such as chemical, microbiological, or foreign object risks. Additionally, root cause analyses are often used to document solutions to potential problems or incidents, as required by laws, regulations, and management standards. Understanding the difference between corrective and preventive actions is key to this process.

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The course is based on Lean tools. To maximize the outcome, participants are encouraged to bring examples of their own nonconformities, which we will use to identify underlying causes. In addition, it is recommended that participants bring the standard they are certified to, so we can ensure that the root cause analysis of their own case meets the requirements of the relevant standard. 

Course Content: 

• Why conduct root cause analyses?
• What are the benefits?
• The difference between corrective and preventive actions
• Organization's maturity regarding the use of root cause analysis
• The PDCA Cycle - the foundation for continuous improvement

Tools:

• 5 Whys - including the 5 Whys questioning technique
• Fishbone Diagram
• Pareto Analysis

Validating the effectiveness of the root cause analysis:

• D8 - problem solving in 8 disciphones
• A3 Report
• Link to management systems
• A3 - Step-by-step

Pitfalls and considerations leading to success:

• Prioritization Matrix
• Action Plans and Follow-ups
• Brief overview of goal-setting (SMART)

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