Reliability Centered Maintenance | Failure mode
Published on February 18, 2026
Failure modes can be confusing so in this 2 minute video, we will explain what the term means with a real life example as part of our 2 minute talks series. It is used all throughout maintenance, but more specifically in RCM and FMEA reviews.
About the Author:
Matthew Laskaj, with 25+ years in Oil & Gas, Refining, and Manufacturing, I help engineers and technical leaders solve complex challenges in maintenance, asset management, and projects. As Director of PEM Ltd and former IMechE Chair, I deliver training and strategies that drive reliability, cut costs, and extend asset life.