Developing the FMEA

After concluding the initial tasks of establishing a scope and intent of study, selecting a team, etc., the owner/stakeholder will be engaged to deliver as much information on the subject of the FMEA as possible. This information might include general configuration and layout data, hardware listings, system schematics (such as electrical, HVAC, piping diagrams, etc.), previously performed system/subsystem FMEAs, prior trials documentation and operational philosophy documentation. Vendor-specific FMEAs may also be referenced for each piece of equipment but are typically generalised documents that do not include installation specifications required for an accurate system analysis. Data may also be collected by interviewing design personnel, operations, testing, and maintenance personnel, component suppliers and outside experts to gather as much information as possible.