Breakdown analysis form
The following table describes the fields for the Breakdown analysis form. Most questions require a written response rather than selecting from predefined options.
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Review information: When did the breakdown occur? | Date and time the issue was first identified in the format YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm:ss |
| Active material | The substance or item being processed or handled when the breakdown occurred. |
| What was the initial observation? | First signs or symptoms noticed before diagnosis. |
| Provide additional explanation for the workaround. | Details on how the workaround addressed the issue temporarily. |
| Was a temporary workaround applied? | Indicate if a short-term fix was used before full repair. |
| Input fix details: What was done to restore operation? | Actions taken to bring the equipment back to working condition. |
| Who performed the repair? | Name or team responsible for executing the fix. |
| Was the fix temporary or permanent? | Option to specify whether the solution was a lasting repair or a temporary fix. |
| When has the equipment been returned? | Date the equipment was handed back after repair. |
| Has the equipment been returned to service? | Option to confirm if the equipment is now operational. |
| Failure mode | Classification of failure types associated with equipment behavior and process conditions. |
| What was the total downtime duration? | Total time the equipment wasn’t operational. |
| Action results: What corrective action was implemented? | Steps taken to resolve the root cause of the breakdown. |
| Was this breakdown similar to past events? | Option to indicate if this issue resembles previous failures. |
| What event? | Reference to the past event or breakdown for comparison. |
| What were the estimated costs? | Approximate financial impact of the breakdown and repair. |
| Follow-up actions | Button to create a follow-up action related to the analysis. |
| Monitoring: Is all relevant documentation attached (e.g., photos, work orders, other attachments)? | Option to confirm if supporting materials have been uploaded. |
| Have all follow-up actions necessary been created? | Option to make sure that tasks for further investigation or prevention are logged. |
| Have all questions been answered accurately? | Option to verify completeness and correctness of the form. |
| Was standard maintenance procedure updated? | Option to indicate if maintenance protocols were revised after the breakdown. |