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A Distinctive Approach to Ergonomics Kaizens.
Dan MacLeod1, Anthony Banks2, Steve Wish2
1Independent Consultant, Milford, PA, USA.
IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors
|October 1, 2022
Summary
Ergonomics kaizen events utilize workplace teams for rapid improvements in work areas. This approach fosters a culture of continuous improvement, applicable both professionally and personally.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Industrial Engineering
- Human Factors Engineering
Background:
- Kaizen events are concentrated team activities focused on rapid workplace improvements.
- This report details a specific approach to implementing ergonomics kaizen events.
- The goal is to maximize improvements within a short timeframe in a defined work area.
Observation:
- The case report outlines the structure of a successful ergonomics kaizen event.
- It details the average number of improvements successfully implemented during these events.
- Guidance is provided for smaller organizations seeking less complex approaches.
Findings:
- Ergonomics kaizen events are effective in driving significant workplace improvements.
- The approach promotes cultural change and instills habits of continuous improvement.
- Key features for success and a typical four-day event schedule are presented.
Implications:
- Practitioners can adopt this structured approach for immediate ergonomic enhancements.
- Researchers can explore the effectiveness of this nontraditional organizational structure.
- The kaizen model offers potential for university-enterprise collaborations in applied research.
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