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This checklist was developed by our Industry Expert Partners and guides your teams through a structured process to identify and eliminate the underlying cause(s) of issues. Systematically define the problem, document immediate corrective actions, apply the 5 Whys technique, pinpoint root causes, implement corrective/preventative actions, verify their effectiveness, and attach relevant incident photos for comprehensive problem resolution.

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Digitize any process, procedure or policy

Eliminate mistakes made by paper-based processes

Create and share professional reports instantly

Confirm accountability and compliance with a digital log

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Mitti (by SafetyCulture) is the operations system for every site, shift and standard. Trusted by 80,000 organizations in 190 countries, Mitti publishes free checklists, SOP templates, audit checklists and toolbox talk topics that turn paper processes into a digital audit trail. Download one, put it to work on your next inspection or shift, and see why teams keep coming back for more.

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5 Whys Form Template

A 5 whys form template is used by business teams to drill down to the root cause of a problem using the 5 Whys technique. This template has been designed to make it easier for teams to ask and answer the question, "Why did this problem occur?" 5 times to discover the root cause. Take or attach relevant photos with the use of this template and complete this digitized 5 whys form with electronic signatures.

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5 Whys Template for Root Cause Analysis

This 5 Whys template helps teams systematically identify and eliminate the root cause of issues. Start by clearly stating the problem, then ask why up to five times, capturing each response until a root cause is confirmed. Document proposed solutions, assign actions, and record team members and approvals to ensure accountability. Use it across operations, quality, IT, and service workflows to prevent recurrence, improve processes, and support continuous improvement. Adapt the sections to fit your organization.

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5 Whys Analysis Template

The 5 Whys Analysis is a simple root-cause analysis method usually practiced by sales and marketing teams. Using this digital 5 whys analysis template can help teams to effectively identify a 3 legged root cause of a problem: how the defect was produced, why the problem was not detected and why the possibility for failure existed. Complete the 5 whys analysis report with digital signatures.

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5 Whys Analysis Template for Root Cause Analysis

Use this digital 5 Whys Analysis template to drive consistent root cause investigations. Capture the specific problem, ask five why questions across three legs—defect production, detection failure, and systemic failure—and document solutions. Standardize reports with fields for date, preparer, location, additional suggestions, and leader sign-off. Suitable for quality, operations, sales, and marketing teams seeking a fast, structured approach to problem solving.

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Incident Investigation - Industry Vetted

This checklist was developed by our Industry Expert Partners and guides you through a structured process to analyze incidents and near misses. Systematically document incident details, provide a clear description, identify involved employees, and thoroughly investigate contributing factors to uncover the underlying causes and prevent future occurrences.

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Root Cause Analysis Checklist Template

This root cause analysis template guides continuous improvement teams through a structured RCA process. It starts with capturing incident details and observing the problem, then runs basic containment and standards checks for safety and escalation. Teams define the problem across what, where, when, who, which, and how much. Root cause discovery is supported by fishbone categories including man, method, machine, measurement, material, and environment, plus behavior-based safety, PPE, communication, guarding, tools, calibration, and process change prompts. The template includes 5 Whys, action planning with owners and due dates, and 30 and 90 day verification checks to ensure corrective actions are effective. Final sign off occurs once actions are verified and standards are updated.

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