SSG2008

This guide describes the best way to conduct a root cause analysis, from how
it is initiated until the root cause failure has been identified and addressed.
The guide is intended to make it possible to conduct a root cause analysis
without major system support. To some extent it provides a description of the
introduction, handling and further development of methods.
The purpose of a root cause analysis is to identify in a structured way what has
caused an adverse event. The benefit of a root cause analysis is that it
produces practical suggestions for how to prevent or minimise the consequences
of, for example, lost production or near accidents, and thereby to
improve availability and safety at the plant.
As of 2017-06-01 the headings for causes "5x whys" in Appendix 2 - Investigation Report is editable.