Participants will become familiar with root cause analysis (RCA) methods and tools frequently used in nuclear events investigation. After completing the course, participants should be able to participate in event investigations and evaluate event analysis reports.RegistrationCourse registration is now open until 16 August 2024. All participants must register online as we cannot process registrations via email. Please use the link to register. You will need to create a user account during the registration process. Register here Book your seat, 3 weeks left to register, registration will end on Friday 16 August 2024, 23:59 (CEST) 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 topicsDefinitions and basic concepts to operating experience, corrective action programme and RCAModel programme for RCAHuman performanceAnalytical techniques: event and causal factors chart, barrier analysisChange analysisFault tree analysisTask analysis and interviewingManagement oversight and risk tree (MORT) analysisEvaluating the quality of the corrective actions with respect to risk assessmentRCA: an international perspectiveA 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 transportationFor 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.