One way to improve the work area for the employees is to create work cells that enable employees to communicate with each other in a simpler fashion, as well as have employees cross trained so that they can intervene and assist when necessary. Instead of having a traditional assembly line, the assembly line should be made into a U shape. The U shaped assembly line will reduce the amount of employee movement, and make it easier for employees to communicate amongst themselves during the construction process (MyOMLabs, 2012). It will also make it easier for employees to assist other employees because it will provide them with more space to maneuver, and make it easier for them to communicate with each other when assistance is needed. A1 Quantitative Analysis In order to determine how to staff and balance the work cells, Shuzworld will first have to determine the Takt time.
Improving Organizational Performance April 29, 2013 Psy 428 Professor Catherine Floyd-Jennings Improving Organizational Performance Job satisfaction and productive work performance are essential factors in an organization. Ensuring that employees are satisfied and capable of exhibiting quality work performance can be challenging. This report will explore the four major phases of the simulation and the solutions recommended for improving work performance. I will discuss the way motivational theories can increase productivity and ways to reduce stress in the workplace in relation to the simulation. I will also examine how human behavior, cognition and affect can enhance relationships within an organization.
Assessment 1 1) Perform research on the topic of personal work planning. In your own words, explain the importance of creating and maintaining personal work plans. If you are not working, but are part of an association or know of an organisation, please answer the question accordingly. It's important to develop effective strategies for managing our time at work to balance the time for more and less important or urgent and important tasks rather than those that are not so important. A personal work plan helps us to stay organized, meet deadlines and complete all the tasks involved in our job.
1. Explain the importance of effective time management. (12 marks) Time management skills help to organise and prioritise your activities and keeps you on track. Managing your time at work is of great importance and it will relieve you of the stress and strain of the work environment. Lessening your stress at work by practicing time management skills is important as it leads to a healthier lifestyle.
With those rights come responsibilities. Your employer will set down policies and procedures or tell you about the agreed ways to work in ways that are safe for you, those you work with and the people you support. You must work in the ways that you are told by your employer. If you have concerns about safety in your workplace you must talk to your manager. You can find more information about the Health & Safety at Work etc.
When assessments are carried out it looks at many aspects, the task in hand, the actual load, the working environment and also the workers capability and needs. It is important to reduce the risk of hazardous manual handling for all employees, this could be by ensuring correct posture is maintained and lifting techniques; working within a team; using mechanical aids, eg hoists, slide boards/sheets; changing the approach to the task; following appropriate systems and agreed ways of working; reporting any other hazards
Why do you need to carry out pre start systems and equipment checks? Prestart systems and equipment checks must be made to ensure equipment is not damaged or faulty and tools and equipment are safe and in working order. Failure to carry out pre start systems and equipment checks can result in damage to equipment or injury to people. 3. Where would you find out what the workplace procedures are for responding to emergency incidents in the workplace?
To take reasonable care and not to put other people at risk. To cooperate with your employer by attending appropriate training and understanding and following your companies policies. Not to miss use or interfere with equipment provided for your health safety and welfare. To report injuries illness or strains you suffer as a result of you job. To tell your employer if something happens that may effect your ability to work.
Best practices for supervisors. Axia College of University of Phoenix Judith Hein For a supervisor to be able to effectively manage those employees under them, that supervisor needs to know some of the best practices in the areas of communication. Orientation and training, improving productivity, performance appraisals, resolving conflicts and improving relations among employees are examples of said practices. These practices will help to minimize problems within the company in each of these areas. A supervisor needs to be able to keep these practices in mind when working daily with their employees because these are common problem areas that can be displayed on a day by day basis.
• To let a support worker know if there are any issues with care. 2. It is very important to maintain an excellent level of communication within the workplace, it has an impact on the service user if not. Communicating well with a service user builds a friendly and comfortable