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Workshop Layout Planning
- Requirements: Making a list of machinery, equipment, welfare, gangways, exits, and space needed.
- Factors to Consider: Space available, machinery and equipment size, staff numbers, and flexibility.
- Benefits: Clean workspace, reduced stress, motivated staff, and enhanced productivity.
- Purpose Understanding: Primary goal influences layout for streamlined workflow and task zones.
- Zone Analysis: Space requirements, equipment size, and movement considerations for each zone.
- Layout Testing: Use cardboard box models for testing layouts before finalizing plans.
- Budget Constraints: Limited space and budget impact workshop design, focusing on compactness and portability.
- Functional Needs: Addressing dust collection, heating, cooling, and electrical requirements for efficient operations.
Workshop Structuring
- Agenda Planning: Clear agenda, realistic material coverage, breaks, Q&A, and interactive elements.
- Length Consideration: Duration based on content and format, focusing on interaction and active learning.
- Group Activities: Incorporate debates, techniques for exploration, solution identification, and awareness training.
- Workshop Design Process: Sections include dreaming, designing, doing, and celebrating for a comprehensive workshop structure.
- Goal Identification: Clearly define workshop goals, involve all staff members, and select appropriate attendees.