This course is designed for those interested to learn the basics of Lean Construction, the 8 wastes or DOWNTIME, the P4 system for pre-planning, and the last planner system.
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Understand what the general contractors expect from trade partners. And, learn about the system that allowed Parsons to excel at proving the value needed to become a sought-after and chosen partner helping drive Lean construction in the industry.
This course was designed by a trade partner for trade partners. Learn about what Parsons Electric has done to be hugely successful in partnering with general contractors.
What you’ll learn:
- Introduction to Lean Construction
- The 8 wastes or DOWNTIME
- The P4 system for pre-planning
Who this course is for:
- Those entering the construction industry interested in understanding the future of construction practices
Our Promise to You
By the end of this course, you will have learned efficiency in construction.
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Course Curriculum
| Section 1 - Introduction To Lean Construction | |||
| Introduction By George Trachilis | 00:00:00 | ||
| Introduction To Course And Making Homework Videos | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Lean Principles In Construction | 00:00:00 | ||
| Lean Construction | 00:00:00 | ||
| Lean Construction Culture | 00:00:00 | ||
| Lean Construction Leadership | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 2 - The Eight Wastes - Downtime | |||
| Introduction To The Five Principles Of Lean Thinking | 00:00:00 | ||
| D – Waste Of Defects In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| O – Waste Of Overproduction In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| W – Waste Of Waiting In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| N – Waste Of Non-utillized Resources In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| T – Waste Of Transportation In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| I – Waste Of Inventory In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| M – Waste Of Motion In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| E – Waste Of Extra Processing In Downtime | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 3 - The 5S System For Workplace Organization And Standardization | |||
| Introduction To 5S | 00:00:00 | ||
| Sort – The First “S” | 00:00:00 | ||
| Straighten – The Second “S” | 00:00:00 | ||
| Shine – The Third “S” | 00:00:00 | ||
| Standardize – The Fourth “S” | 00:00:00 | ||
| Sustain – The Hardest “S” Of All | 00:00:00 | ||
| 5s – Exercise One | 00:00:00 | ||
| 5s – Exercise Two | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 4 - The Last Planner System | |||
| Planning To Achieve Milestones | 00:00:00 | ||
| What Is Takt Planning? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Sequence – And It’s Importance To Achieving The Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Last Planner System – Part One | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Last Planner System – Part Two | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Last Planner System – Part Three | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 5 - The P4 System For Pre-planning | |||
| Introduction To The P4 Planning System | 00:00:00 | ||
| The First P Is Process | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Second P Is Pace | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Third P Is Prepare | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Fourth P Is Perform | 00:00:00 | ||
| Exercise – The Perfect Cup Of Coffee | 00:00:00 | ||
| Exercise – How Parson’s Electric Uses The P4 Planning System | 00:00:00 | ||
| Exercise – Using P4 For Any Process Improvement | 00:00:00 | ||
| Optional Exercise For Electricians- Preparing For An Energize Ready Plan | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 6 - Summary By George And Perry | |||
| Perry’s Summary For The Construction Industry | 00:00:00 | ||
| George’s Thank You For Completing This Course | 00:00:00 | ||
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