Therbligs
In the early 1900’s, Frank and Lillian Gilbreth refined a system of analyzing work to improve processes. They focused on identifying the core “motion cycles” that combined to form work activities.
This detailed understanding of work let them identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste.
The name “Therblig” comes from a near reversal of the letters of their name.
The Therbligs are:
- Search
- Find
- Inspect
- Select
- Grasp
- Hold
- Pre-Position
- Position
- Use
- Assemble
- Disassemble
- Transport Loaded
- Transport Empty
- Release Load
- Unavoidable Delay
- Avoidable Delay
- Plan
- Rest
3 Comments
Mike Scullin · August 17, 2010 at 12:48 pm
Wow, that was fast.
I can hardly wait to see the kejah chart.
😉
Mike Scullin · August 17, 2010 at 12:35 pm
Where is the color chart of the therblig symbols? Writing out the names takes much too long!
Chhers, and thanks for the info.
Mike
Jeff Hajek · August 17, 2010 at 12:42 pm
MIke,
Good question. I’ll have to get that posted.
I’ve also created a therblig-like set of actions for office work (called them ‘kejahs‘, even!)
Thanks for the comment!
Jeff