Lean Manufacturing: An Introduction

Welcome to this introductory course on Lean Manufacturing. Waste elimination is the core concept of lean manufacturing. Lean manufacturing focuses on identifying and eliminating any activities that don’t add value for the customer. By understanding and eliminating these wastes, we can streamline our processes, improve efficiency, and boost customer satisfaction. Click on the link below […]

Timekeeping and Planning

Timekeeping and planning are two important skills that can help you be more successful in your personal and professional life. By learning to keep time and plan effectively, you can: Click on the link below inside the grey box to start learning.

Handling Chrome Stock

This course teaches you how to handle chrome stock the right way. Careful handling and storage of chrome stock results in a more productive and efficient warehouse. Click on the link below inside the grey box to watch the video on Handling Chrome Stock.

Using Slings

Slings are an essential part of lifting heavy items. They are usually used with cranes and hoists to making lifting heavy items easier. In this course, you’ll learn how to correctly and safely use slings. Click on the link below inside the grey box to watch the video on Using Slings.

Overhead Crane Safety

In this course, you will learn about Overhead Crane Safety. Overhead cranes are made to lift and convey materials. It’s important for you to be aware of your surroundings when there are overhead cranes in the workshop. Click on the link below inside the grey box to watch the video on Overhead Crane Safety.

Good Housekeeping

In this course, you will learn about the importance of housekeeping as well as the general rules surrounding how to housekeep effectively. Click on the link below inside the grey box to watch the video on Good Housekeeping.

Hand Tools

Tools are expensive, but if you take good care of them, they are a great investment. In this course, we’ll go over how to safely and properly use, as well as take care of, your hand tools and the reasons why it’s important to do so. Click on the link below inside the grey box […]

Converting Between Metric and Imperial

In this lesson we’ll look at methods of converting between metric and imperial units of measurement. Knowing how to convert between metric and imperial is vital for a well execute job. Click on the link below inside the grey box to watch the video on Converting Between Metric and Imperial.

Clocking and Time Management

Time management is an important part of our daily work. To make quoting and payroll accurate use a clocking machine to count your work hours. Click on the link below inside the grey box to watch the video on Clocking and Time Management.

You should wash your hands for as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song, that’s about 20 seconds.

And remember, wet your hands with clean running water (warm or cold) and use soap!

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This popular method of testing for bad breath doesn’t actually work very well.

A lot of people think that if you cup your hand over your mouth and nose and breathe into it you can tell if your breath smells bad.

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A better way to lick the inside of your wrist. Wait 5-10 seconds for the saliva to dry.

Then smell the inside of your wrist where the saliva has dried.
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Hygiene is important in the workplace because it contributes to a healthy workforce. 

A healthy workforce is happier and more productive. 

A healthy workplace also means workers take less sick leave. 

Personal hygiene in the workplace makes for a more pleasant place for everyone to be in.

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