Lean construction module 1: introduction to lean

Duration

3.5 hours

Purpose/scope   

On completion of this training participants will be able to:

• Describe basic principles Lean, gained from a simulation exercise
• Outline key principles of Lean and Lean-based process improvement
• List examples of Lean tools
• Describe how Lean process improvement could be applied to their existing business processes
• Capture initial ideas for potential improvement projects.

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 e-learning
• Online remote delivery via Microsoft Teams

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 training standard is held by the Lean Construction Institute UK

• This standard includes both theoretical and practical elements, with hands-on Lean exercises embedded within the workshops to ensure a balanced 60% practical and 40% theoretical in delivery approach.
• This module is useful for managers, team members and leaders that are supporting or involved in Lean activities in the construction industry.