Without the Dictionary, the colorful Root Cause Tree® poster is just a diagram. With the Dictionary, it becomes a guided, verifiable, and defensible pathway to the truth.
When the tree suggests a possible root cause (e.g., “Labeling/Presentation”), open the Dictionary PDF . Read the definition and examples for “Labeling Inadequate.” Does it fit your case? If not, move to “Feedback” or “Placement.” taproot root cause tree dictionary pdf
Create a visual timeline of the incident. Identify the Causal Factor (the error or condition that directly led to the accident). Without the Dictionary, the colorful Root Cause Tree®