Root Cause Analysis Essentials Workshop
- October 1 – 2, 2024 – Atlanta, GA
Our flagship Reliability offering, the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Essentials Workshop, is meticulously structured to deepen understanding and enhance skills in identifying and addressing the fundamental causes of operational challenges. The 2-day intensive workshop on “Root Cause Analysis,” is led by the distinguished Kenneth and Robert Latino.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Essentials Workshop
The Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Essentials Workshop imparts time-tested methodologies in root cause analysis to industrial professionals. Our flagship Reliability offering, the RCA Essentials Workshop, is meticulously structured to deepen understanding and enhance skills in identifying and addressing the fundamental causes of operational challenges.
- October 1 – 2, 2024 – Atlanta, GA
RCA Workshop Overview:
- In-Depth Understanding of RCA: Delve into the bedrock principles of Root Cause Analysis, exploring its critical role in systematic problem-solving within various industrial sectors.
- Long-Established RCA Techniques: Gain expertise in well-established RCA methods like 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Fault Tree Analysis, proven to be effective in a myriad of industrial scenarios.
- Data Collection & Analysis Mastery: Learn to meticulously gather and analyze data, an essential step in accurately pinpointing root causes.
- Focus on Human & Organizational Factors: Understand the impact of human behavior and organizational culture in contributing to industrial incidents and how RCA addresses these aspects.
- Development of Action Plans: Equip yourself with the skills to create comprehensive corrective action plans that effectively address root causes and prevent their reoccurrence.
- Application Through Case Studies: Engage with real-world case studies that offer practical experience in applying RCA techniques in diverse industrial contexts.
Enhanced Learning Experience:
Our workshop is more than just lectures; it’s an interactive experience combining expert-led discussions, group workshops, hands-on exercises, and case studies. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of challenges from their work environments for a more personalized and relevant learning experience.
Who Will Benefit:
The RCA Essentials Workshop is designed for a wide range of professionals across various industrial sectors such as manufacturing, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, transportation, energy, and construction. It is particularly beneficial for engineers, supervisors, safety personnel, quality assurance professionals, maintenance teams, and managers focused on operational excellence and process improvement.
Why Root Cause Analysis?
Root cause analysis is not about temporary fixes; it’s about finding and solving the core of a problem. In an industrial context, this means:
- Long-Term Solutions Over Quick Fixes: RCA enables professionals to move beyond surface-level solutions and develop strategies that address the heart of the problem.
- Cost Efficiency & Reduced Downtime: By targeting the root cause, organizations can significantly reduce recurring costs and prevent operational interruptions.
- Safety & Quality Improvement: A thorough RCA approach leads to safer working environments and enhanced quality of products or services.
- Sustainable Continuous Improvement: Embedding RCA within organizational practices ensures ongoing improvement and adaptation to new challenges.
Meet the Instructors:
Kenneth C. Latino (LinkedIn)
Ken Latino had extensive Maintenance and Reliability experience in both continuous process and batch manufacturing plants. His work has helped large asset intensive companies to increase production rates and reduce maintenance costs while improving safety and environmental performance.
He has an extensive background in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Reliability Improvement work processes, Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and a host of other areas of Asset Performance Management (APM).
Ken also has a strong background in the use of SAP PM/GE Digital (Meridium) APM and has developed enterprise-level work processes and tools to improve asset performance. These tools and work processes include tank integrity management, motor management, RCA, paper machine roll management and history, maintenance budget forecasting and analysis and many others.
Ken is the Co-Author of Root Cause Analysis: Improving Performance for Bottom Line Results (5th Ed., June 2019, c. 331 pp., ISBN: 13:978-1-138-33245-4, Taylor & Francis)
Robert J. Latino (LinkedIn)
Robert J. (Bob) Latino is a Principal with Prelical Solutions, LLC (www.prelical.com). Bob is a former owner and CEO of Reliability Center, Inc. (RCI). This was the Latino family business which was founded in 1972 by Charles J. Latino.
Bob has facilitated RCA analyses with his clientele worldwide for over 38 years. He has taught over 10,000 students in 30+ countries the PROACT® RCA Methodology and associated software solutions. He is the author or co-author of ten (10) books related to RCA, Reliability, FMEA, and/or Human Error Reduction. Bob is an internationally recognized author, trainer, software developer, lecturer, and practitioner of best practices in the field of Reliability Engineering with a specialty in all aspects of a holistic Root Cause Analysis (RCA) system.
Bob currently serves on the Board of Directors for CHOL (Community of Human and Organizational Learning – https://www.cholearning.org/). He also has a book series entitled, ‘Reliability, Maintenance, and Safety Engineering: A Practical View of Getting Work Done Effectively’ for CRC Press/Taylor & Francis (www.taylorandfrancis.com).
Join Us:
Embrace the fundamentals of root cause with our Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Essentials Workshop. Transform your approach to industrial problem-solving by grounding yourself in the proven methodologies that have stood the test of time.
- October 1 – 2, 2024 – Atlanta, GA
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Please call our office for more details: (917) 554-3444
