Root cause analysis and event investigation training

The training provides complete information on nuclear event investigation and the root cause analysis process. Emphasis is on practical usage of the RCA tools appropriate for event investigation and analysis of human and organisational factors contributing to nuclear events.

The training course covers the following topics

• Definitions and basic concepts to operating experience, corrective action programme and RCA
• Model programme for RCA
• Human performance
• Analytical techniques: event and causal factors chart, barrier analysis
• Change analysis
• Fault tree analysis
• Task analysis and interviewing
• Management oversight and risk tree (MORT) analysis
• Evaluating the quality of the corrective actions with respect to risk assessment
• RCA: an international perspective

A variety of learning methods will be used, including formal lessons followed by practical examples of using the event investigation tools presented. The participants will also work on practical exercises.

Accommodation and transportation

For logistic and transportation reasons, it is suggested to book the Amrath hotel in Alkmaar.

Participants can reach Alkmaar using the local train from Amsterdam Central Station or Schiphol Airport. JRC will arrange a taxi transportation from the Amrath hotel to the JRC Petten site and back during the training course. Participants may also come to the Petten site on their own.

Participation is free of charge. Accommodation, per-diem and travel expenses are at the cost of participants.