Perform a 5 Whys Analysis Template Using eAuditor
Perform a 5 Whys Analysis Template Using eAuditor
1. Open the App
Open eAuditor on your phone or tablet.
2. Create a Template for 5 Whys Analysis Template
- Go to Templates.
- Tap Create Template.
- Choose Blank Template.
3. Add Simple Sections for 5 Whys Analysis Template
Basic Information
Add fields for:
- Problem title
- Location or department
- Date
- Investigator name
Problem Description
Write a clear description of the problem.
Why 1
Ask the first question:
Why did the problem happen?
Write the first reason.
Why 2
Ask why the first reason happened.
Write the second reason.
Why 3
Ask why the second reason happened.
Write the third reason.
Why 4
Ask why the third reason happened.
Write the fourth reason.
Why 5
Ask why the fourth reason happened.
Write the root cause of the problem.
Corrective Action
Write the action needed to fix the root cause.
Responsible Person
Record the name of the person who will complete the action.
Photos
Add photos in eAuditor to show the problem if needed.
Comments
Write any extra notes about the analysis.
Signatures
Collect the investigator’s signature to confirm the report.
4. Complete the Analysis for 5 Whys Analysis Template
Open the template in eAuditor when a problem occurs.
Ask the five “why” questions and record each answer.
5. Save the Record
Tap Complete Inspection.
Export the report as a PDF.
Save the file as a problem analysis record.
✅ This template helps teams find the root cause of a problem and plan the right corrective action. 📋