
- Quality Tools & Techniques
- 14 hours
Introduction
Poka-Yoke, or mistake-proofing, is a critical concept in quality management aimed at preventing errors before they occur or reaching the customer. This training program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to implement Poka-Yoke techniques effectively within their organizations, ultimately enhancing product quality, reducing defects, and increasing customer satisfaction.
Objectives
- Understand the principles and concepts of Poka-Yoke.
- Identify different types of Poka-Yoke devices and their applications.
- Learn how to implement Poka-Yoke techniques to prevent errors in various processes.
- Explore real-world examples and case studies of successful Poka-Yoke implementations.
- Develop problem-solving skills using Poka-Yoke methodology.
- Gain practical experience through workshop exercises and discussions.
Duration
2 days (14 hours)
Who Should Attend
Quality assurance professionals, production managers, process engineers, operations managers, and anyone involved in manufacturing or service processes seeking to enhance quality and efficiency.
Course Fees
Member Fee: $529.52
Non-Member Fee: $586.42
All fees stated are inclusive of Registration Fee and 9% GST.
Award of Certificate
Certificate of Completion will be issued to participants who have attended at least 75% of the course.
Course Content
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Day 1: The course illustrates the Mistake Proofing system and the application of tools and techniques to prevent mistakes from becoming defects in the operational activities. The selection and acquisition of the use of various mistake proofing methods in different work situation and environment. The various topics covered are as follows:
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Introduction and course overview
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Understanding Errors and Defects
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Defects and Inspection
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Introduction to Poka-Yoke
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Types of Poka-Yoke Devices
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The Basic Function of Poka-Yoke
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Poka-Yoke Techniques: Best Practices
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Practical Exercise: Video Case Analysis
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Day 2: It describes the supporting team problem solving skills (which makes almost all of the tools effective) with effective tools like the Pareto Analysis, the Cause and Effect Diagram etc. This also illustrates the six classic problem-solving steps and guidelines for brainstorming the remedial solutions. With the Process Flow charts, it highlights on the improvement steps that need to follow with Plan-Do-Check-Act approach improvement cycles. The participants will also understand the concept of the New Quality Management tools namely, Affinity diagram, Tree diagram, Interrelationship digraph (I.D), Prioritisation matrices and FMEA applications. The selection and acquisition of the use of various mistake proofing methods in different work situation and environment. The various topics covered with case studies / illustrations are as follows:
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Advanced Poka-Yoke Techniques
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Poka-Yoke Sensors and Devices
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Poka-Yoke Examples: Practical Applications
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Problem-Solving Approach using Poka-Yoke
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The 8 Principles of Poka-Yoke
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Implementing a Company-wide Poka-Yoke System
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Poka-Yoke Assessment and Evaluation
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Workshop Exercises and Discussions
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