Smart Root Cause Analysis
Course specification
About this training
What You’ll Learn in This Smart Root Cause Analysis Training
The training on Smart Root Cause Analysis has the following learning objectives:
- What is Root Cause Analysis?
- Application of Root Cause Analysis?
- Traits of Root Cause Analysts
- How to do Root Cause Analysis?
- Planning, Team Building and Problem Defining.
- Performing Root Cause Analysis
- Suggesting and Implementing Solutions
- Why May Problem-Solving Initiatives Fail?
Course sample
Introduction
Course outline
- Basic Instructions
- Introduction
- Module 1 – Root Cause Analysis Overview
- Part 1: What is Root Cause Analysis
- Part 2: Where and When to Perform Root Cause Analysis?
- Part 3: Why to Perform Root Cause Analysis?
- Lesson Learned
- Module 2 – Traits of Individuals involved in Root Cause Analysis
- Part 1: Smart Root Cause Analysis Skills
- Part 2: Root Cause Analysts Qualifications and Competencies
- Part 3: Root Cause Analysis Team Leader/ Facilitator Qualification.
- Lesson Learned
- Module 3 – How to do Root Cause Analysis?
- Lesson Learned
- Module 4 – Problem Identification, Planning and Setting up a Team
- Lesson Learned
- Module 5 – Defining the Problem
- Lesson Learned
- Module 6 – Data Gathering and Finding the Root Cause
- Part 1: Containing the Problem
- Part 2: What is Root Cause Analysis
- Part 3: Data Gathering and RCA - How to Perform Root Cause Analysis?
- Part 4: Employing Root Cause Analysis Tools
- Lesson Learned
- Module 7 – Suggesting Solutions
- Lesson Learned
- Module 8 – Implement and Validate Corrective or Preventive Actions – Track Progress
- Part 1: Implementing and Validating Solutions
- Part 2: Suggesting Preventive Actions
- Lesson Learned
- Module 9 – Appreciate or Recognize Team
- Lesson Learned
- Module 10 – Why May Root Cause Analysis Initiative Fail?
- Part 1: Root Cause Analysis - Challenges Overview
- Part 2: RCA - Operational Excellence Challenges
- Part 3: RCA - Organizational Cultural Challenges
- Lesson Learned
- Final Qualification Exam
Frequently asked questions
This training is completely self-paced, so you can begin at any time and set your own pace. Training duration is 30 days from signup/assigned date.
On purchase, or if company enrols you in a training, you will receive an email invitation to signup on the portal. Upon login you can access assigned/purchased trainings from "My Courses/Trainings" tab. You can access the trainings from any device with a live Internet connection. The training will work on a desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone.
Online trainings provide unparalleled convenience and flexibility. You can take the training anytime and anywhere; on any device you own.
You can email your instructor directly at training@foodvisioninc.com or utilize the training discussion board.
Currently trainings are offered in English language only.
Training is in audio visual format. You need to watch all the videos.
Trainee must have basic understandings of English language. Trainee must have a computer/mobile/tablet along with stable internet connection to attempt the training. Trainee must be familiar with basic use of computer.
Conceptual understanding from video lectures will be examined by an exam (where applicable) (multiple choice, true/false etc). You need to watch all the videos to complete the course.
Soft copy of test results (if applicable) will be emailed right after test submission. You can always access your current and previous results from your portal using your credentials.
Course completion/qualification certificates will be awarded to qualifying trainees right after course completion or exam submission through email. Trainees can download and print it later from their respective portals.
Full refund before the course is attempted, No refund will be processed if a candidate has started a course.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is a structured method for identifying the underlying causes of problems or incidents, rather than just treating symptoms. It helps prevent recurrence and drives continuous improvement. The first learning objective covers the definition.
Common RCA tools include the 5 Whys technique, fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and Pareto analysis. Module 6, Part 4 covers root cause analysis tools. ASQ – Fishbone Diagram
A structured RCA process includes problem identification, planning and team setup, data gathering, root cause identification, solution development, and validation of corrective actions. Modules 4 through 6 walk through each step. see Smart Problem Solving for broader problem‑solving skills.
An effective RCA practitioner needs analytical thinking, curiosity, objectivity, and strong communication skills. Module 2 covers the traits of individuals involved in root cause analysis. ASQ – Root Cause Analysis Certification.
Common failures include unclear problem definition, lack of data, blaming individuals instead of systems, and incomplete corrective action follow‑up. Module 10 explains why RCA initiatives may fail.
A corrective action eliminates the cause of a detected non‑conformity to prevent recurrence. A preventive action eliminates the cause of a potential non‑conformity to prevent occurrence. Module 8 covers implementing and validating corrective or preventive actions. for advanced training, explore Smart Corrective and Preventive Actions.
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