Root Cause Analysis for Corrective and Preventive Action

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What you'll gain from this course

Live online sessions with industry-recognised experts

Hands-on exercises and real-world application

Engaging group discussions and activities

Networking with peers and trainers

Root cause analysis (RCA) is a method for problem-solving that identifies permanent practical solutions. RCA is required as part of corrective action in GFSI-benchmarked schemes. If you struggle with repeat non-conformances or problems that seem hard to solve, this virtual instructor-led course provides you with the tools for finding effective solutions to food safety and quality issues.

What You’ll Do:

Select an appropriate RCA tool based on the nature of the problem

Identify which issues are truly significant and prioritize efforts

Explore ways to identify potential factors causing problems and select the most likely cause(s)

What this course covers:

Apply a root cause analysis approach to non-conformances, Challenge your results to be sure you have identified the root cause, Implement corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness, Close out a non-conformance, Introduce two practical approaches to your colleagues that they can use immediately (5 Whys and 6 Ms)

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program, learners will be able to:

Apply a root cause analysis approach to non-conformances
Challenge your results to be sure you have identified the root cause
Implement corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness
Close out a non-conformance
Introduce two practical approaches to your colleagues that they can use immediately (5 Whys and 6 Ms)

Who Should Attend

Audience

Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs.
Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.

Technology Requirements:

Participants must join the training using their own individual computer or device to meet participation and assessment requirements. Devices cannot be shared between multiple participants. To support engagement and interactive learning, participants are encouraged to join with both video and microphone enabled throughout the session.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these requirements, please contact our training team at [email protected].

Computer & Internet Connection:

Participants will need reliable access to a computer with a stable internet connection. High speed broadband (LAN, cable, or DSL) is recommended.

Compatible Web Browsers:

The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge, Safari and Firefox.

Accommodations

NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact us at [email protected].