This course provides participants with an in-depth procedure for performing a root cause analysis using a logical cause mapping techniques. After learning these techniques, students will work in teams of 4-6 members to endeavor to identify problems, and after applying the RCA process, ultimately recommend solutions to various pump and seal failures presented in several cases studies. 60% classroom, 40% team exercises.

Specific topics include:

• The necessity and purpose of RCA
• Problem identification and classification
• Traditional methods of cause and effect root cause analysis
• Cause and effect mapping techniques
• Selecting possible and best solutions from the map
• Review of centrifugal pump troubleshooting procedures
• Review of mechanical seal troubleshooting procedures
• Pump and mechanical seal failure case studies
• Following up a Root Cause Analysis