Poka-Yoke is a Lean Manufacturing concept, being usually used to prevent potential errors, from processing errors (Operations which are missed or not performed), setup errors (Operations that are performed recurring to wrong tools or disadjusted machines), operation errors (Operations that are carried out incorrectly) or from using a wrong part/item or measurement.
To apply Poka-Yoke to your Manufacturing Process, your need to:
– Analyze the 5 whys and ways your operation can fail;
– Take a more extended approach of Poka-Yoke: It is not just about switches, sensors or automatic shutoff.
– Choose an approach and method ans test it to see if it works.
– Teach the operator and measure the success of the process.
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