CAPA Log Template Excel | Corrective Action Tracker & Root Cause Analysis | 5 Why Worksheet | ISO 9001 Food Safety| Instant Download

A complete, audit-ready corrective and preventive action (CAPA) system in a single Excel file — log, investigate, act, and close every nonconformity in one place. Built by a quality professional to match how auditors actually check CAPA. Works in Excel and Google Sheets. No macros, no setup, no subscription.

What's Included (3 tools + setup guide)

• CAPA Register — 300-row log with dropdown menus, color-coded status (Open / In Progress / Closed), Standard/Clause column for traceability, and live KPI counters tracking Total, Open, Closed, and Overdue automatically
• CAPA Form — printable single-record form covering identification, nonconformity, root cause, corrective and preventive action, extension check, and effectiveness verification. Fields map to ISO 9001:2015 Clause 10.2.1 (a) through (f)
• 5-Why Worksheet — guided root cause tool moving from symptom to true system cause
• Start-Here Guide — 4-step how-to with practical tips and version control

Designed For

Quality managers, QA/QC teams, food safety managers, operations and production leads, small manufacturers, and consultants preparing for ISO 9001, ISO 22000, BRCGS, or HACCP audits.

Implementation

1. Download the Excel file   2. Run Find & Replace with your organization name   3. Begin logging and closing your CAPAs. Print-ready A4 — the form and 5-Why each fit one page.

This is a customizable template to help you build your own CAPA process. It does not guarantee certification or regulatory approval, and should be adapted to your organization's requirements. Instant digital download.