RCA RCA Problem Definition

Question 1

What is the most important first step in any Root Cause Analysis?

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Clearly defining and scoping the problem

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Implementing corrective actions immediately

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Identifying all employees involved

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Running statistical tests

Question 2

Which framework is commonly used to write an effective RCA problem statement?

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Is/Is Not

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SMART

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SWOT

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PDCA

Question 3

In RCA, what does a 'problem statement' that is too broad typically cause?

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Wasted resources investigating unrelated causes

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Faster resolution of the root cause

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Immediate identification of corrective actions

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Better team collaboration

Question 4

What does it mean to 'define the problem in terms of effects' during RCA?

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Describing the observable symptoms or impacts without pre-assuming the cause

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Listing every possible solution upfront

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Assigning blame to specific team members

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Calculating the financial cost of the problem

Question 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of a well-written RCA problem statement?

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It is specific, measurable, and focuses on what went wrong

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It includes a proposed solution

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It assigns responsibility to a person or department

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It includes all possible root causes

Question 6

Why is it important to include a time and location component in an RCA problem statement?

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To help bound the investigation and distinguish the problem from similar events

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To assign legal liability

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To satisfy regulatory reporting requirements

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To calculate overtime costs for the investigation