2 Minute Talks - Failure Mode Examples in Real Life

Published on February 18, 2026

As part of our 2 minute talk series, learn what a failure mode is - an important maintenance concept particulalry in RCM which helps understand how equipment may fail so that you can select the most appropriate task to manage that failure.

 All in just 2 minutes!

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.

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