STANDARD WORK
One of the key building blocks of lean, Standard Work is the best current method for safely combining process inputs in order to achieve consistent quality, cost and delivery.
Creating standard work operations involves eliminating all sources of variation where reasonably practicable, such as:
Differing work methodologies.
Supplies containing defective parts or raw materials.
Equipment breakdowns and/or inconsistent outputs.
The removal of sources of variation and creation of standard operations has a number potential benefits, including:
Safer working methods & conditions.
Increased ownership responsibility.
Abnormal conditions easier to spot.
Simplified & consistent training.