Root Cause Analysis
using Tripod Beta Method

INTRODUCTION

Tripod Beta is a renowned method for incident analysis leading to proactive process control measures. It does not just focus on the immediate, human, causes of the incident, but identifies the structural flaws that allowed the incident in question to occur. The Investigation framework clarifies unknowns and uncertainties and thus leads to insights. Underlying causes are identified and lead to well considered conclusions and management actions, strengthening the organization's sustainability as well as business and safety performance.

Scientific research at Leiden (NL) and Manchester (UK) Universities forms the backbone of the Tripod Theory. Many years of applied research and extensive practical use have made the matured Tripod theory the best solution for both proactive and reactive risk management. Many companies and other large organizations have gained the benefits of using the Tripod methodology, namely a considerable, measurable reduction in incident rates and a firm grip on risks. In the Tripod Beta methodology, the investigation process goes hand-in-hand with the analysis process. The course is accredited by the Stichting Tripod Foundation and Energy Institute, the custodians of the Tripod Beta methodology.

This GLOMACS training course will highlight:

• What can go wrong in our processes,
• Identify risks and how they are assessed,
• What preventative and corrective measures are in place to prevent incidents from happening?
• Utilizing applicable compliance frameworks and assessing process in a barrier based manner
• Monitoring and measuring how well your control measures are performing
• How to gather the adequate evidences to identify human and organizational failings?
• Incident Investigation as per Tripod Beta Methodology
• Structured way of incident/accident investigation and analysis
• Benefits of using Tripod Beta method,
• Software used as support for the Tripod Beta Incident Investigation
• How to create actual incident/accident investigation database and use it for developing optimal mitigation measures

Objectives

Develop the knowledge and skills to accurately investigate and analyze accidents. Enable efficient use of resources, by addressing the root causes of the accidents.

At the end of this training course you will learn to:

• Identify and assess the risk
• Use software to easily identify and present barriers that prevent incidents as well as the barriers that prevent escalation
• Develop a clear diagram presenting all the risks and preventive measures in one place
• Monitor and measure effectives of the barrier in place
• Conduct a structured incident/accident investigation and analysis
• Use software support for developing Tripod Beta Diagram and Incident Report

Training Methodology

• Hands-on training rather than theoretic learning (examples based on real life industry cases).
• Active participation in the training-participants actually conduct the analysis of the incidents using the methodology.
• Interactive training, using the video materials, simulations and re-enactments of actual incidents.

Organisational Impact

Acquire structured and effective method of understanding how and why incidents occur.

• Determine risks involved in the processes in the organization,
• Identify barriers existing in the organization and their actual use,
• Gain understanding on which barriers are missing and which are deteriorated,
• Create a structured and uniform method of presenting risk and mitigation measures
• Reduce paperwork and remove time consuming lists,
• Provide beneficial improvement options without massive investments
• Introduce method which is in line with ISO45000,  ISO31000 and ISO 17776:2000(E)
• Reduce costs and time lost in incident investigation and analysis
• Provide beneficial improvement options without massive investments
• Become a part of the successful family of companies using Tripod Beta Analysis Method

Personal Impact

Gain knowledge of incident investigation and root cause analysis, become a certified practitioner.

• Learn how to conduct effective incident investigation and analysis,
• Gain knowledge in root cause analysis,
• Become a part of the Tripod Beta community of practitioners,
• Enhance their knowledge in behavioral theory,
• Understand how to present a whole incident on two effective diagrams (STEP and Tripod Tree)
• Learn how to use Software for Tripod Beta Analysis

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This is a training course for all involved in Health, Safety, Environment and Security as well as process improvement.

• Auditors, Incident Investigators
• Safety Managers, Safety Engineers
• Safety Specialists
• Operations and Support Staffs and Production Managers
• HSE Advisers
• Project Managers, Finance managers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Logistics Managers
• Quality improvement personnel

This GLOMACS training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

• Risk Managers
• HSE Managers and HSE Advisors
• Process safety officers
• Auditors
• Petroleum Engineers,
• Mining Engineers,
• Financial Analysts,
• Drilling Engineers,