postmortem

Document blameless postmortems with timelines, 5 Whys, and action items.

19|3|Updated Feb 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/qa-aman/claude-skills --skill postmortem-qa-aman
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: postmortem
Source: https://github.com/qa-aman/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/by-role/devops/postmortem
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/qa-aman/claude-skills --skill postmortem-qa-aman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Blameless postmortems provide a structured way to learn from incidents without blaming individuals, turning incidents into actionable improvements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured timeline development: reconstruct events, alerts, decisions, and actions to preserve context and accountability.
  • Contributing factors and 5 Whys analysis: identify systemic causes without naming individuals and drive system-level improvements.
  • Action items with owners and due dates: translate insights into concrete tasks with clear ownership.
  • What went well: capture successful containment and response tactics to reinforce good practices.

Quick Start

Schedule a blameless postmortem within 48 hours of SEV1 and follow the template to capture the timeline, contributing factors, and concrete action items.

Frequently Asked Questions about postmortem

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write a blameless postmortem after a SEV1 incident?

A blameless postmortem captures a structured incident timeline, contributing factors, 5 Whys analysis, action items with owners, and lessons learned to drive system-level improvements without blaming individuals.

What is a 5 Whys analysis in incident management?

5 Whys analysis in incident management identifies systemic causes by repeatedly asking why, moving beyond surface symptoms to uncover root contributing factors without naming individuals, driving system-level improvements.

When do I need to schedule a postmortem for incident response?

Schedule a postmortem within 48 hours of SEV1 or SEV2 incidents to preserve context, capture lessons learned, and prevent recurrence while events are fresh.

Does blameless postmortem template work for SEV2 incidents across multiple teams?

Yes, the blameless postmortem template applies to incident responses across projects or teams, covering SEV1 and SEV2 incidents with defined timelines and structured action-item workflows.

What's the best way to track action items from an incident postmortem?

The best way to track action items from an incident postmortem is to translate insights into concrete tasks with clear ownership and specific due dates to ensure accountability and prevent recurrence.