Practical Operations Management
Practical Operations Management
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781939297136
Author: Simpson
Publisher: HERCHER PUBLISHING,INCORPORATED
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Chapter 6, Problem 1DQ
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Interpretation: Idle time to be given at workstation to workers.

Concept Introduction: Idle time is the time given to employees for relaxation, waiting. It is a time when no output is produced. It could be due to technical issues or for relaxation.

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It might be desirable to have some idle time for workers:

  • When the idle time cannot be utilized for any other productive activities.
  • When the work required accuracy and high concentration then idle time help them to relax.
  • When the number of people working is more than that required then idle time is desirable for workers not having work currently.
  • When the workers are self-motivated, then the idle time would make them feel good about the company, and work more to make management happy.
  • When some workers are repeatedly making injuries or accidents, idle time is given to those to relax and back on track.
  • After doing work that requires high effort, a little idle time is desirable for them to relax their muscle.
  • After overloading of work on workers.

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