Autonomous Maintenance (Jishu Hozen Step 1-7)
Autonomous Maintenance (Jishu Hozen) is a key pillar of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), a holistic approach to equipment maintenance that aims to achieve perfect production. Autonomous Maintenance involves empowering operators to take responsibility for the routine maintenance of their equipment, fostering a sense of ownership and enhancing the overall reliability and efficiency of the machinery.
- Initial Cleaning (Shokai Seiso)
- Countermeasures for Sources of Contamination and Hard-to-Access Areas
- Establishing Cleaning and Lubrication Standards
- General Inspection
- Autonomous Inspection
- Organization and Orderliness (5S)
- Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)
By following these steps, operators can develop a deep understanding of their equipment, improve its performance, and contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the production process.
