Lean construction module 6: standardised work

Duration

3 days

Purpose/scope

On completion of this training participants will be able to:

• Describe the tools used for standardising work processes
• Identify a process suitable for standardisation
• Put in place an action plan to implement standardised work.

Delivery

The following delivery methods may be used in the delivery of this standard:

• face to face learning environment only (such as classroom/workshop etc.)
• a blend of face to face and virtual

This standard is predominantly practical training

This standard is considered to be set at an intermediate level

Assessment Type

Informally Assessed

Quality assurance

Recognised

CITB will gain assurance through the Recognised Organisation’s quality arrangements.

Approved Training Organisation’s will be required to supply confirmation of approval (centre approval and scheme approval) with the related Recognised Organisation’s awarding organisation or body. In most cases this will be an approval certificate provided by the Recognised Organisation’s awarding organisation or body, listing the routes, qualifications, and categories they are approved to deliver. In addition, a copy of the most recent external quality assurance monitoring report will be required, relating to the standard that you wish to be approved for.

This information will be reviewed by CITB’s quality assurance team. Approval will be subject to the required Recognised Organisation’s documentation being supplied by you. As part of the quality assurance checks, CITB may confirm the accuracy of documentation with the issuing organisation.

Please refer to the Requirements for Approved Training Organisations Appendix 6 for further guidance on quality assurance.

Standard Classification

Lifetime (Please note standards using this classification will only be grant aided once per learner)

Additional information about this standard

This standard is held by the Lean Construction Institute UK

Standardised Work Workshop Summary
This workshop is designed to promote the benefits of standardising repeated tasks through hands-on activities. Site access is required during and after the first session.

On-Site Workshop Format

1. Workshop 1 – Initiate
   Introduce or revisit the concept of standardised work. Conduct site observations with participants to identify improvement areas and develop an action plan with a defined baseline. Secure senior management agreement to proceed with standardisation.
2. Workshop 2 – Check and Continue
   Revisit the site to evaluate progress against the baseline. Discuss successes, replicate good practices, and address any challenges in sustaining and expanding Lean techniques.

Alternative Off-Site Format
If site access isn’t possible, adapt the workshop to:

• Focus on Workshop 1 videos, activities, and group discussions.
• Use alternative locations (e.g., participants’ homes or offices) to explore standardisation opportunities.
• Run the content in shorter or staggered sessions to suit availability.

Remote participants are asked to:

• Choose and photograph a task or area suitable for standardisation.
• Share their findings and ideas with the group.
• Create individual or shared improvement plans

This module is useful for managers, team members and leaders that are supporting or involved in Lean/improvement activities in the construction industry.

This standard is both practical and theoretical training, the practical element is 66% practical applied learning in the workplace.