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Deep KAIZEN for Quality Defects
Quality defect and rework losses are defined as: Material wasted by producing defective products that have to be scrapped; The time lost (less output) when reprocessing defective products that can be turned into good ones. Some typical examples of quality defects and rework Topping up containers outside the line when…
Read More »Deep Kaizen for Minor Stops – 7 Step Kaizen
How is a Minor Stop Defined? A machine stoppage is called a ‘minor stop’ when: the machine stops working for a short time; the machine can easily be restarted by removing or repositioning a workpiece; the machine can be restarted within a few seconds or minutes. The losses due to…
Read More »OPL – Asbestos containing sites – Utility pipes inspection that potentially may contain asbestos
During the investigation of a pipe leakage involving the disturbance on insulation, all millwrights must wear this precautionary PPE until the type of the insulation is confirmed. The PPE provided is : 1/2 face-piece silicone mask with particulate filter P100. If asbestos material is suspected during investigation, work should be stopped…
Read More »One Point Lesson – OPL – Compressed Air Safety – Usage of restricted air guns for cleaning activities
Usage of compressed air is very effective, however is very dangerous if not handled properly. Recommended to use air with restricting nozzle, reduces safety risk without loosing cleaning effectiveness. All approved air guns must have safety tip, if during pre-operational inspection found that air gun is missing nozzle, please report…
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4M Analysis Process: Root Cause Guide for Manufacturing
Learn how to use 4M Analysis to find manufacturing root causes across People, Machine, Method, and Material with diagrams, examples, and checklist.
