Certificate Program

In this course, we discuss the Lean tool called 5S and seek to understand the what, why and how of the methodology. We demonstrate how to prepare, plan and conduct a 5S event in the workplace. We review the importance of weekly compliance by learning to institute audits, tools and checklist to sustain the effort. At […]

Lean Management: Introduction LFH from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. In this module we will discuss definitions, course outline, strategy and philosophy of Lean. Lean management is a widely used improvement method developed from the concepts, tools and techniques of the Toyota Production System (TPS). Click here for the Lean Management Module Slide Handout

We will discuss Lean as ” anything that doesn’t not produce value is waste.” We discuss the Lean tool called 5S and seek to understand the what, why and how of the methodology. We demonstrate how to prepare, plan and conduct a 5S event in the workplace. We review the importance of weekly compliance by learning

5S: 5 Phases of 5S from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. The phases of 5 S include the following: Sort-Determine what is used in each work area and remove anything that does not add value Set-Identify a proper place for each item Shine-Consistently clean, shine and maintain all areas of the workplace Standardize-Establish standards and

Description: Lean management consists of  leaders, structures, process, people and directives as a standardized approach to consistent change in a stable environment. The adoption and use of Lean philosophy, concepts and tools assist the practitioner to consistently identify and minimize or eliminate unnecessary waste in the system. Within a structure of Lean management, employees are

5 S: Conducting the 5 S Event from Laboratory Learning Solutions on Vimeo. There are many factors required in order to implement a successful 5 S event. The first important factor is leadership and the second is people. Both are required to implement, conduct, support and sustain the effort. Click the icon under the blue