16 Bar Practice Course (BPC) courses in London delivered Live Online

The main subject areas of the course are: Controlling the health risks of asbestos. Sample handling and waste disposal. Identification of asbestos by PLM. Gravimetric quantification of asbestos-containing materials. Discrimination and quantification of free fibres by dispersion and PCM. Analysis of soils - practical application.

The main subject areas of the course are: Legislation and guidance for asbestos practitioners. The properties of asbestos and health effects of exposure to asbestos fibres. The types of asbestos and its uses in buildings. The types of asbestos surveys. The asbestos register, risk assessment and management plan. Asbestos remediation. The role of asbestos analysts and laboratory procedures.

Asbestos bulk analysts and laboratory analysts. Anyone who manages asbestos analysts or requires a deeper understanding of the asbestos analysis process (e.g. Laboratory Quality Manager) Prior Knowledge and Understanding Candidates for this course are expected to be aware of HSG 248 Asbestos: The Analysts' Guide (July 2021), and in particular Appendix 2: Determination of asbestos in bulk materials. Candidates will preferably have prior experience of analysing bulk samples and may already be participating in a quality control scheme. In addition, candidates are expected to have had training to cover the core competencies outlined within the foundation material detailed within Table A9.1 of HSG248 Asbestos: The Analysts' Guide (July 2021). This may be achieved by In -house learning or through the P400 foundation module.

BOHS P904 - Management and control in leisure, display, therapy and other non-industrial systems is there to provide background and an overview of the risk of Legionella infection and how it can be controlled in leisure, display, therapy and other non-industrial water systems. It is a requirement of this course that candidates have successfully completed P901- Legionella- Management and Control of Building Hot and Cold Water Services [Syllabus GM.1]. Where both P901 and P904 courses are run on subsequent days or as a combined course then this pre-requirement is waived.

P404 Air Sampling of Asbestos and MMMF and Requirements for a Certificate of Reoccupation Following Clearance of Asbestos is the industry standard qualification for those whose work involves air sampling and clearance testing, such as asbestos analysts. In addition to holding the qualification, they are required to undertake and provide evidence of annual refresher training. RP404 Refresher is a new course, specifically designed to meet this requirement. RP404 Refresher enables candidates to revise and update their knowledge on air sampling and clearance testing techniques, and to receive a certificate of course completion by passing a written examination, which covers both the theory and practice of air sampling and clearance testing.

The main subject areas of the course are: the properties of asbestos and health effects of exposure to asbestos fibres an introduction to regulatory requirements types of asbestos and its uses in buildings types of asbestos surveys the asbestos register, risk assessment and management plan asbestos remediation

P402 Surveying and sampling strategies for asbestos in buildings is the industry standard qualification for asbestos surveyors. In addition to holding the qualification, asbestos surveyors are required to undertake and provide evidence of annual refresher training.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Executives, Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders working with analysts, Quality and process engineers, technicians, corrective action coordinators or managers; supervisors, team leaders, and process operators; anyone who wants to improve their ability to solve recurring problems. Overview Learn how to initiate a root cause analysis and gather data for investigating process and non-process incidentsDemonstrate how to collect data through interviews and analysisApply powerful techniques to identify and know the difference between symptoms and root causesLearn to know when to use the appropriate technique in root cause identification Learn how to avoid future incidents by developing appropriate recommendations to address causal factors and root causes Develop a process to identify systemic problem areas In this course, participants will learn to apply several practical, systematic methods for analyzing incidents and problems to uncover root causes. Understanding of these techniques will be reinforced by classroom exercises. INTRODUCTION & OBJECTIVES * What is a 'Problem?' * Why Problems Persist * What is A Root Cause? * Why Root Causes are important HOW TO ORGANIZE FOR AN RCA * RCA Roles and Responsibilities * Assemble your RCA Team * Modes of Communication * How to Resolve Conflict * Case Study Exercise SELECT THE PROBLEM TO ANALYZE * Define the selection criteria * Plan and estimate tasks for the team * Finalize the plan and gain agreement among your stakeholders * Case Study Exercise DEFINE THE PROBLEM * What to look for - Problem-as-Given (PAG) vs. Problem-as-Understood (PAU) * Developing your problem statement * Refining the problem specification * Case Study Exercise IDENTIFY THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM * Discuss when to use the appropriate analysis technique to determine the problem source * Process Diagram * Forms & Checklists * Statistical Sampling * Fishbone Diagram * Surveys * Charts - Line, Scatter, Bar, & Pie * Case Study Exercise SOLUTION OPTIONS ANALYSIS & SELECTING THE 'BEST FIT' * How to approach different solution options * Brainstorming * Weighted Evaluation * Selecting the appropriate option * Hold an Retrospective on your approach * Planning the proposal * Case Study Exercise PUTTING RCA INTO PRACTICE * Create a Root Cause Analysis program within your organization * How to develop appropriate recommendations to address root causes at various levels to avoid future incidents ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans BA10 - Understanding Root Cause Analysis training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the BA10 - Understanding Root Cause Analysis course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Project Team Members IT Support Team Members Advanced Business Analysts System Administrators Application Consultants Business Process Owners / Team Leads / Power Users Program / Project Managers Trainers Overview Learn how to design, configure, consolidate, and report with BPC Standard In this course, students learn all of the key steps to set up Consolidation based on the SAP Business Planning and Consolidation, version for SAP NetWeaver. SAP BUSINESS PLANNING AND CONSOLIDATION OVERVIEW * Describing SAP Business Planning and Consolidation * Running Consolidation Tasks * Implementing BPC Standard Consolidation MODELING CONSOLIDATION STRUCTURES AND REPORTING * Configuring Environments and Dimensions * Creating Models for Consolidation * Creating Reports and Formats in the EPM Add-In * Report on BPC Standard Data in Analysis for Office DATA COLLECTION AND PREPARATION * Collecting Transforming Data for Consolidation Scenarios * Creating Consolidation Logic * Configuring Reclassifications * Configuring Balance Carryforward * Managing Journals CONSOLIDATIONS AND ELIMINATIONS * Translating Local Currency * Configuring Intercompany Matching and Booking * Using the Ownership Manager * Configuring Integration Rules * Eliminating Intercompany Transactions * Configuring Intercompany US Elimination * Designing Management, Matrix, and Multiple Accounting Standard Solutions * Describing Consolidation and Elimination Principles * Consolidating Investments * Describing Stage Consolidation * Configuring Scope Variation * Configuring Equity Pickup CONSOLIDATION PROCESS MONITORING * Configuring Work Status * Using the Controls Monitor to Validate Data * Configuring Consolidation Business Process Flows

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for It is appropriate for Managers, Executives, Project Managers, Business Analysts, Business and IT stakeholders working with analysts, Quality and process engineers, technicians, managers; supervisors, team leaders, and process operators. Overview Describe business process improvement (BPI) business drivers.Plan, manage and close requirements for a Business Process Improvement project Understand the essential elements of a successful BPI initiative.Identify candidate business processes for improvement.Understand the essential elements of a successful BPI initiative.Identify candidate business processes for improvement.Apply a methodology to business process improvement projects. This 2-day course aims at introducing its attendees to the core values, principles, and practices of Business Process Improvement. INTRODUCTION - A BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT (BPI) OVERVIEW * Why are we here today? * What is BPI? * Benefits of BPI * Specific challenges/obstacles and successes * Process improvement examples: * Industry specific examples * Famous debacles to avoid and successes to emulate * Your role in helping to identify problems OVERVIEW OF THE JOINER 7-STEP METHOD * What is the Joiner 7-Step Method? * Walkthrough of the Joiner 7-Step Method * Template: Introduce and review Process Improvement Template * Case Study Exercise: Read and discuss introduction to the Case Study STEP #1: INITIATE THE PROJECT * Types of business problems typically encountered at insurance companies and banks * How to recognize a business-related problem * Identifying the gaps (delta between current and future states) * Ownership of the project and the business problem * Defining measurable success criteria * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Problem Statement section (Step #1) of the template STEP #2: DEFINE CURRENT SITUATION * What are symptoms of a problem? * Looking for symptoms of the problem * Performing Stakeholder Analysis * Technique: View a RACI Matrix * Defining the impacts caused by the problem * Technique: Business Process Modeling (As-Is) * Understand how to draw an As-Is Business Process Model * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Define Current Situation section (Step #2) of the template STEP #3: IDENTIFY ROOT CAUSES * What are root causes? * Performing Root Cause Analysis * Technique: Fishbone Diagram using the cafeteria example * Case Study Exercise: Discuss a Fishbone Diagram * Technique: Pareto Chart (discuss and show example) * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Identify Root Causes section (Step #3) of the template STEP #4: DEVELOP SOLUTIONS * Identifying options for problem resolution * Avoid jumping to conclusions * Technique: Brainstorming * Case Study Exercise: Conduct a Brainstorming Session * Recognizing pros and cons for each option * Technique: Kempner-Tregoe (?Must-Have? vs. ?Nice-to-Have?) * Case Study Exercise: Determine best solution using a ?simple? Kempner-Tregoe model * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Develop Solutions section (Step #4) of the template STEP #5: DEFINE MEASURABLE RESULTS * Prototyping the solution * Technique: Business Process Modeling (To-Be) * Measuring results against the success criteria (Step #1) * Case Study Exercise: Review changes to an As-Is Business Process Model * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Define Measurable Results section (Step #5) of the template STEP #6: STANDARDIZE PROCESS * Defining how the process will be documented * Plan and understand organizational readiness * Discuss how employees are empowered to identify and act upon their ideas * Identifying follow-up needs (i.e., training) for the staff that will be impacted * Technique: Communication Plan * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Standardize Process section (Step #6) of the template STEP #7: DETERMINE FUTURE PLANS * Monitoring the process for Continuous Process Improvement (The ?Plan-Do-Check-Act? Cycle) * Understand how to sustain the improvements made by the Joiner 7-Step Method * Technique: PDCA form * Case Study Exercise: Complete the Determine Future Plans section (Step #7) of the template GOING FORWARD WITH A PLAN OF ACTION * Identifying process problems in your organization * Individual Exercise: Name three (3) possible areas for improvement * Prioritize and define the next steps * Individual Exercise: Using a new template complete Step 2 & Step 3 for one possible area for improvement you have identified *