Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) & Event Tree Analysis (ETA) Training

This training aims to introduce participants to the fundamental principles and practical applications of Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and Event Tree Analysis (ETA) methodologies. The course covers the essential concepts required for the systematic and semi-quantitative assessment of process risks using these widely recognized risk analysis techniques.

Day 1 – Fundamental Concepts and Introduction to FTA

• Overview of process safety and risk assessment methodologies
• Deductive and inductive analysis approaches
• Introduction to the FTA methodology
• Applications and limitations of FTA
• Concepts of basic events, intermediate events, and top events
• Logic gates and symbols (AND, OR, etc.)
• Principles of fault tree development
• Simple FTA examples and practical exercises

Day 2 – Advanced FTA and Introduction to ETA

• FTA methodology and systematic application
• Fault tree structure and probability calculations
• Quantitative applications of FTA (introductory level)
• Introduction to the ETA methodology
• Event tree structure and scenario development
• Success and failure pathways
• Applications and limitations of ETA

Day 3 – Practical Application and Integration

• ETA scenario analysis and interpretation of results
• Combined use of FTA and ETA
• Safety barriers and protection systems
• Risk assessment and decision-making processes
• Practical case studies and workshops (FTA & ETA Workshop)
• Common mistakes and best practices