This training module introduces the FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) methodology as a systematic tool for identifying and managing risk in healthcare settings. The course explores the concepts of function, failure mode, cause and effect, illustrating the calculation of the Risk Priority Number to prioritize interventions. Designed for healthcare professionals, the course combines theory and practical applications to improve patient safety through a proactive approach to error prevention. It includes concrete examples of FMEA implementation in hospital contexts.