How to use it
Record events while the evidence is fresh. Use one cause taxonomy and distinguish symptom, initiating cause and corrective action.
Preview of the worksheet
| Start time | End time | Duration (min) | Product/format | Machine | Alarm/event | First abnormal condition | Blocked/starved/fault | Immediate action | Lost good packs | Suspected cause | Confirmed cause | Permanent action | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The download contains all blank rows and columns for use in a spreadsheet.
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Packaging Line Downtime and Root Cause Analysis
Use the guide to understand the checks and decisions behind the worksheet.
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