How to Implement Mistake Proofing -- Course Agenda



Introduction

• Definition of mistake proofing
• Characteristics of mistake proofing devices
• Benefits of mistake proofing devices

Step 1 - Identify opportunities for mistake proofing

• Review high risks areas
• Most common human mistakes
• Describe the defect
• Identify the location
• Investigate root cause

Step 2 – Understanding the job to be done

• Using the mistake proofing matrix based on TRIZ principles
• Describe opportunity
• Define JTBD

Step 3 – Generate potential solutions

• Types of solutions
• Select solution
• Prototyping/Evaluation

Step 4 – Implementation

• Creating the prototype
• Testing
• Evaluating the effectiveness of mistake proofing