Andon System Effectiveness Checklist
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System Visibility & Awareness
Assesses whether the Andon system is visible, understood, and regularly referenced by all relevant personnel.
Number of Andon Points/Stations Visible to Operators
Are Andon Lights Clearly Visible from All Workstations?
Are Andon System Instructions Easily Accessible and Understandable?
Describe any observed barriers or issues affecting Andon system visibility.
Percentage of Operators Who Can Explain the Purpose of the Andon System
Is the Andon system signage in the local language(s) spoken by the workforce?
Document any instances where Andon signals were missed or misinterpreted due to visibility issues.
Issue Identification & Reporting
Focuses on the effectiveness of identifying and reporting issues that trigger Andon activation.
Are Andon points clearly marked and easily visible?
Average time (in minutes) for an operator to recognize and initiate an Andon signal for a common issue.
Describe any barriers or obstacles operators encounter when attempting to activate an Andon signal.
What types of issues are operators comfortable reporting via the Andon system?
Are operators confident in their ability to report issues using the Andon system?
Percentage of reported issues that are documented and traced back to their origin.
Response & Resolution
Evaluates the speed, accuracy, and effectiveness of the response and resolution processes initiated by Andon signals.
Average Time to Acknowledge Andon Signal (minutes)
Average Time to Resolve Andon Signal (minutes)
Is there a documented escalation path for unresolved Andon issues?
Are assigned resolution personnel readily available?
Describe any bottlenecks observed in the resolution process.
Which departments/roles are typically involved in Andon resolution?
Are resolution steps documented and followed consistently?
Communication & Escalation
Examines the clarity and efficiency of communication related to Andon triggers, including escalation procedures.
Are escalation paths clearly defined and documented?
Average time to acknowledge an Andon signal (minutes)
Average time to escalate an Andon signal (minutes)
Are responsible escalation personnel clearly identified and readily available?
Describe any issues or concerns regarding communication during Andon activation.
Which communication methods are used during Andon escalation?
Last review/update of escalation procedures.
System Maintenance & Reliability
Covers the physical and technical maintenance of the Andon system and its reliability in operation.
Last Preventative Maintenance Date
Next Scheduled Maintenance Date
Number of Andon System Downtime Incidents (Last Month)
Average Time to Restore System After Downtime
Battery Life for Wireless Devices (If Applicable - Average)
System Hardware Condition (Visual Inspection)
Describe Any Recent System Repairs or Modifications
Is Backup Power Available for Andon System?
Training & Competency
Focuses on the training provided to employees regarding Andon system operation, response protocols, and escalation procedures.
How many training sessions on the Andon system were conducted in the last 12 months?
Which departments receive Andon system training?
Briefly describe the content covered in the Andon system training (e.g., signal types, escalation procedures, reporting methods).
Which of the following topics are covered in the training?
How are employees assessed for competency after training?
Date of last refresher training for key personnel (e.g., supervisors, maintenance staff).
Describe any challenges encountered during training and any modifications made to address them.
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
Evaluates the use of Andon data for identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and improving overall system effectiveness.
Number of Andon Triggers Analyzed per Month
Which data points are currently tracked related to Andon triggers (select all that apply)
Briefly describe the process for analyzing Andon trigger data (e.g., frequency, responsible personnel)
Average Time to Identify Root Cause after Andon Activation
How are findings from Andon data analysis communicated to relevant stakeholders?
Describe at least 2 corrective actions implemented as a direct result of Andon data analysis in the last 12 months.
Percentage Reduction in Recurrence of Top 3 Andon Trigger Reasons (after corrective actions)
Date of last Andon data analysis review meeting
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