Method Study Definition and Purpose

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What is the primary objective of method study?

To increase manufacturing costs

To improve efficiency and productivity (correct)

To reduce employee employer relations

To delay delivery dates

What is the outcome of method study on production flow?

No impact on production flow

Variable and decreased production flow

Slow and inaccurate production flow

Uniform and improved production flow (correct)

What is the benefit of method study on customer service?

Worse service to customers

No impact on customer service

Variable customer service

Better service to customers (correct)

What is the focus of method study in terms of resource utilization?

Optimizing resource utilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of method study on quality?

Enhancing quality Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of method study on manufacturing costs?

Reducing manufacturing costs Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of method study on productivity?

Higher productive efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after method study has developed an improved procedure?

Conducting a time study to find the time allowed to complete the job Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of method study in an organization?

To deliver value to customers by meeting their needs and expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of standardizing work methods and procedures in an organization?

To ensure consistency and repeatability in operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording information in method study?

To obtain a clear picture of the existing method and identify areas for improvement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of inspection in the context of operational analysis?

To check for correctness of the quantity or quality of items Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of process chart that shows the sequence of activities performed by a worker using both hands?

Two-handed process chart Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of installing a new method in method study?

To implement the best method developed as a result of critical examination Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of motion analysis?

To design an improved method that eliminates unnecessary motions Signup and view all the answers

What is delay in the context of operational analysis?

Something that stops the process and a product waits for the next event Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of involving employees in the method study process?

To foster a sense of ownership and empowerment among employees Signup and view all the answers

What is operation cum-transportation?

The simultaneous occurrence of operation and transportation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using symbols in process charts?

To produce a better picture and quick understanding of the facts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of operational analysis?

To develop an improved procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of symbol used to represent an operation in a process chart?

Operation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of principle of motion economy?

To design an improved method that eliminates unnecessary motions Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of principles of motion economy?

Rules concerning human body, workplace layout and material handling, tools and equipment design, and time conservation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of analysis of motion?

To design an improved method that eliminates unnecessary motions and employs human effort more productively Signup and view all the answers

What is filmed using a 16 mm movie camera in the construction of SIMO?

A number of short and repetitive work cycles Signup and view all the answers

What is used to study the work cycle recorded on the film?

A special projector Signup and view all the answers

How does the work study engineer analyze the film?

By studying the film frame by frame Signup and view all the answers

What is recorded in the form of a therblig chart?

The data noted during the film analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of subjecting the SIMO chart to a questioning procedure?

To develop a better and improved procedure for doing a job Signup and view all the answers

What is prepared after subjecting the SIMO chart to a questioning procedure?

A new SIMO chart Signup and view all the answers

What is checked after preparing the new SIMO chart?

The advantages claimed for the new method Signup and view all the answers

Why is the new method checked?

To ensure the claimed advantages are valid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of motion economy?

To reduce the fatigue of the worker Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of recording in motion analysis?

To contain all relevant information needed for investigation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of time study?

To determine the standard time for various operations Signup and view all the answers

What is a simultaneous motion cycle (SIMO)?

A chart that shows the simultaneous movements of the two hands of an operator Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of employing momentum in motion economy?

To assist the worker in his task Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of gravity in workplace layout and material handling?

To be employed wherever feasible with a conveyor for transportation Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using mechanical aids in motion economy?

To overcome muscular effort Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of good illumination in workplace layout and material handling?

For proper seeing, fast operating and reducing accidents Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Method Study Definition and Objectives

Method study is a systematic investigation of the existing method of doing a job to develop and install an easy, rapid, efficient, effective, and less fatiguing procedure.
Objectives of method study include:
- Improving efficiency and productivity
- Enhancing quality
- Reducing waste and costs
- Optimizing resource utilization
- Standardization and consistency
- Ensuring safety and ergonomics
- Facilitating training and skill development
- Promoting employee engagement and satisfaction
- Supporting continuous improvement
- Meeting customer needs and expectations

Procedure of Method Study

Select the work worth studying and define the objective to be achieved
Record all relevant information pertaining to the existing method
Examine the recorded events critically and in sequence
Develop the best method as resulted from critical examination
Install the best developed method
Installation involves three phases: planning, arranging, and implementing

Process Charts

Process charts are used to record different types of events
Five basic symbols are used to record different types of events:
- Operation
- Storage
- Delay or temporary storage
- Transport
- Inspection

Operational Analysis

Operational analysis is a detailed study of different operations involved in doing a work
It examines the shortcomings of the existing method and develops an improved procedure
The analysis considers the movements of the limbs and aims to find a simpler and economical method

Analysis of Motion

Analysis of motion is a detailed study of individual motions of a worker
The purpose is to design an improved method that eliminates unnecessary motions and employs human effort more productively
Steps involved in motion analysis:
- Select the operation to be studied
- List and chart various motions performed by the operator
- Identify productive and idle motions
- Eliminate unnecessary motions
- Redesign the existing operation procedure
- Impart necessary instructions to the worker

Principles of Motion Economy

Principles of motion economy are a set of rules designed to develop better methods
The principles are classified into four categories:
- Rules concerning human body
- Rules concerning workplace layout and material handling
- Rules concerning tools and equipment design
- Rules concerning time conservation

Time Study

Time study is the aspect of work study that determines the standard time for various operations
Objectives of time study include:
- Determining the standard time for various operations
- Estimating the cost of product accurately
- Predicting the duration of a particular work
- Determining the number of machines an operator can run
- Determining the optimum number of men and machines
- Providing information for planning and scheduling
- Balancing the work of all workers working in a group

Simultaneous Motion Cycle (SIMO)

SIMO is an extremely detailed left- and right-hand operation chart
It shows the simultaneous minute movements performed by the two hands of an operator on a common time scale
Construction of SIMO involves:
- Filming a number of short and repetitive work cycles using a 16 mm movie camera
- Selecting the most efficient performed cycle for analysis
- Analyzing the film frame by frame and recording the data
- Drawing a SIMO chart for further study and analysis
- Developing a better and improved procedure for doing a job

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Learn about the definition and purpose of method study, a systematic investigation to develop and install efficient and cost-effective procedures for doing a job.