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BowTie
Training Courses
BowTie course menu
(Online & InPerson)
Click a course below for more information:
BTAW: BowTie Awareness Workshop
This workshop is an introductory module for leaders and other key figures who are not part of the risk analysis team, but who do have a role to play in controlling the risks in daily operations. Read more >>
BTPT: BowTie Practitioner Training (Basic)
This training program introduces the basics of Risk Management, the BowTie method and the application of BowTie in practice. Read more >>
BTFT: BowTie Facilitator Training (Advanced)
Participants will enhance their knowledge and skills and gain more trust and understanding in the application of BowTie. Read more >>
BTSW: BowTie Software Training (BowTieXP)
The program focuses entirely on the application of BowTie using the BowTieXP software suite. Read more >>
BTRF: BowTie Refresher Workshop
After a brief refresher of the theory, participants will mainly practice using own cases. Read more >>
BTMC: BowTie Master Class
Our Master Classes are for experienced BowTie practitioners and facilitators. The program is specifically focused on deepening and broadening knowledge and skills. Read more >>
BTCS: Post-Training Coaching & Support
Our post-training support aims for coaching BowTie practitioners and facilitators during their first experiences in the field. Read more >>
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BowTie
in a nutshell
The BowTie method is a risk assessment tool that can be used to analyse risk scenarios. The outcome of a BowTie analysis is a visual diagram that has the shape of a men’s bowtie.
A BowTie diagram, in basic, shows two things:
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It represents a visual overview of risk scenarios that have the potential to cause a process disturbance that could result in undesired consequences.
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It displays what measures need to be in place to be in control of the identified scenarios.
BowTie also focuses on what contributing (escalation) factors can have an adverse effect on the effectiveness of these control measures, and how these factors can be controlled. Visualisation of the relationship between controls and escalation factors shows how the level of control of your daily operation weakens. Identified control measures are linked to responsible persons and activities that are required to keep the controls effective.
Altogether, a BowTie diagram shows how risks need to be managed. The visual presentation of the diagram can easily be understood at all levels in the organisation. Everyone can see one's role they have in controlling the risks.
Course Outlines
BowTie Awareness
Workshop
BTAW
InPerson: ½ day
Online: 1 session of 3 hrs
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This workshop is an introductory module for leaders, managers and other key figures who are not part of the risk analysis team but have a role in controlling the risks in daily operations.
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Leaders at any level in the organisation must be familiar with risk management principles and visual barrier-based risk assessment. Also, they will become aware of their role and influence in the overall Risk Management process.
BowTie Practitioner Training (Basic)
BTPT
InPerson: 2 days
Online: 4 sessions of 3 hrs each
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This training program introduces the basics of Risk Management, the BowTie method and the application of BowTie in practice.
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The program also focuses on the method’s benefits, limitations, and practical tips & tricks.
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After completing this training course, you will be able to: Analyze risk scenarios by applying the BowTie method and building a BowTie diagram, develop integrity criteria for BowTie barriers like safety-critical tasks and -systems, and set risk acceptance criteria.
BowTie Facilitator Training
(Advanced)
BTFT
InPerson: 3 days
Online: 6 sessions of 3 hrs each
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This 3-day training course is identical to the 2-day course (BTPT). The extra day focuses on preparing the participants so they can facilitate the entire BowTie analysis process by themselves, including using the software.
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Participants will enhance their knowledge and skills and gain more trust and understanding in the application of BowTie.
BowTieXP Software Training
BTSW
InPerson: 1 day
Online: 2 sessions of 3 hrs each
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The program focuses entirely on applying BowTie using the BowTieXP software suite.
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Note: Our BowTie Practitioner Training (Basic) is mainly focused on the method and less on the use of the software. The trainer demonstrates a quick tour of the software and how a BowTie diagram can be composed using the software. However, many other functionalities are not covered. This 1-day software training is an ideal addition to the BowTie Practitioner training course.
BowTie Refresher Workshop
BTRF
InPerson: 1 day
Online: 2 sessions of 3 hrs each
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Accompanied by an experienced BowTie trainer, we offer BowTie practitioners and facilitators the opportunity to refresh their knowledge of the method.
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After a brief refresher of the theory, we mainly practice using their cases.
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Participants must have previously participated in either a 2 or 3-day BowTie course.
BowTie Master Class
BTMC
InPerson: 2 days
Online: NA
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Our Master Classes are for experienced BowTie practitioners and facilitators.
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Participants will get acquainted with the latest developments in the field of Risk Management and BowTie. Also, there is ample opportunity to share experiences.
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The program focuses specifically on deepening and broadening knowledge and skills.
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Note: Admission requirements apply to our Master Class. With this, we try to achieve the highest possible level of learning. Candidates have completed a previous 2 or 3-day BowTie course.
Post-Training
Coaching & Support
BTCS
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Our post-training support aims for coaching BowTie practitioners and facilitators.
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Coaching can be done on-site, or remotely via phone, (video) conference call or mail. Also, we facilitate periodic workshops in which the group will be brought together to work on case studies, challenges and specific themes.
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Please, contact us for more detail and information about our support and coaching services.