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The start date for this course is flexible - you choose when you want the course to run.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement PSCI/M2

A hands on workshop to help you gain the confidence to tackle real-world challenges in your workplace.

Starts: Flexible start date

1:30pm to 5:00pm

Birmingham, Address TBC , Birmingham , BHAM

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

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Summary

This workshop is part one of the LCI-UK Standard 'Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement' and can be taken as a standalone workshop, giving you the confidence to tackle real-world challenges in your workplace.

This interactive session introduces key Lean methodologies and guides you through applying them to a live problem, culminating in a practical action plan for improvement. Through a dynamic mix of observation, discussion, and practical exercises, you’ll explore essential tools such as:

  • Cause & Effect (Fishbone) Diagram
  • 5 Whys Template
  • Ease/Benefit Matrix
  • Quad of Aims

By the end of the session, you’ll not only understand these tools but feel empowered to use them effectively in your day-to-day work. Whether you're new to Lean or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop offers a supportive and engaging environment to learn, share, and grow.

CITB grant funding is available on completion of the full standard (part one and part two). Currently set at £140 per person, LCI-UK will process the grant payment for employees of eligible levy-paying companies.

A pre-requisite for this course is a grounding in Lean in Construction. If you don't have an prior experience of Lean, book onto the full day course, combining both 'Introduction to Lean' and 'Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

Outcomes

On completion of this training participants will be able to:

  • Apply a structured approach to identifying and describing a problem in their work area
  • Carry out root cause analysis to identify the reason(s) why the problem occurs
  • Apply problem-solving tools to formulate ideas to address the problem
  • Draw up an action plan to further investigate and resolve the problem.

**What next?

  • Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement - Part 2 (to complete the LCI-UK Standard). On completion of part 2, eligible candidates / companies benefit from CITB grant funding of £140 per person.
  • Module 3: 5S Work Place Organisation (workshop / part one of the standard)
  • Module 4: Lean Construction and Waste (workshop / part one of the standard)

Fees:
£150.00
Problem Solving - part 1