Workplace Efficiency and Fatigue Reduction Quiz

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What is the purpose of Motion Study in management?

To streamline and optimize work processes (correct)

To assess the efficiency of machinery in the factory

To analyze the mental fatigue of employees

To study the financial resources of an organization

Which principle of management focuses on ensuring each worker receives orders from only one superior?

Principle of Division of Work

Principle of Unity of Command (correct)

Principle of Discipline

Principle of Authority and Responsibility

What is the main goal of conducting a Fatigue Study in an organization?

To analyze and reduce employee exhaustion (correct)

To increase resource wastage

To understand the organization's financial performance

To decrease productivity intentionally

Why is standardization of tools and equipment important in management?

To improve quality control and increase efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What does a Time Study typically involve in a manufacturing setting?

Measuring the time taken to perform specific tasks Signup and view all the answers

In the context of resource management, what does 'Esprit de corps' refer to?

Unity and teamwork among employees Signup and view all the answers

What did Frederick Taylor advocate for in terms of solving problems?

Using scientific techniques over rule of thumb and trial and error Signup and view all the answers

According to Taylor's Scientific Management principles, what should be substituted with scientific analysis of work?

Rule of Thumb methods Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of Scientific Management focuses on selecting the best way of performing a job after scientific analysis?

Science, Not Rule of Thumb Signup and view all the answers

What does Taylor suggest can help in minimizing conflicts between employees and management?

Harmony between employees and management Signup and view all the answers

According to Taylor, which activity can even a small production activity like loading iron sheets into box cars be?

Scientifically planned Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the principle 'Harmony, Not Discord' in Scientific Management?

Minimizing conflicts between employees and management Signup and view all the answers

Why is the study of fatigue important in maintaining operational efficiency?

To reduce spoilage and wastage Signup and view all the answers

How does standardization of tools and equipment help in the workplace?

Improves quality of work Signup and view all the answers

Why does Taylor emphasize scientific task setting?

To prevent employees from working below their capacity Signup and view all the answers

How does scientific selection and training contribute to resource management?

By selecting employees according to predetermined standards Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of functional organization, as explained by Taylor?

Separating planning from implementation Signup and view all the answers

How does scientific work setting align with reducing fatigue among workers?

By ensuring employees work according to set standards Signup and view all the answers