...I plopped into an itchy polyester chair, the aisle seat of the other three. Looking at my ticket my seat letter was C. Quickly I scooted over to the middle itchy polyester seat glancing my rump on a metal seatbelt buckle. While trying to discreetly rub the pain away I wondered why an airplane line would letter its seats A, B, D, C, E. My hypothesis: they enjoyed laughing at the unlucky person who got seat C and had to scoot from aisle to middle causing her to hit her derrière on the seat buckle. At least that conjecture fit these stewardesses. Catching one smirking at me I threw her a glare. It wasn’t my fault if the airline company didn’t know its alphabet. By now you may have noticed that I am not a frequent flyer and normally you’d be right. But, in the past five days I had flown five times. I was actually on a cultural tour with my ballet company of Beaufort and Gullah Island, South Carolina, and Houma, Louisiana. Ironically, this tour was about understanding others and learning about people before you judged them. For me, five plane rides plus security checks every 10 feet plus a sore butt equaled the end of my patience. Hearing laughter I sighed. Somehow my friends all managed to sit together, but two empty seats on either side of me were my only companions. As the flow of people boarding began to taper off, a supermodel-esque black lady with knock-off Gucci sunglasses looked from her ticket to my previous aisle seat, and, connecting the two, alighted on the diamond-checkered...
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...1. As Doug Friesen, what would you do to address the seat problem? Where would you focus your attention and solution efforts? The root cause needs to be determined. The quality team needs to work on this or form a committee. These people should be from both KFS and TMM. Once the causes are found they need to figure out how to solve these issues the most cost effective way. The main issues that need to be addressed are: missing/broken/wrong parts, wrinkles on seats, various issues with the bolster, and head rest functionality. Seat installations from both rear positions have more defects than that of the front seat installations. These issues could also be caused by the new team members that began working in April. The defects also need to be noticed earlier in the process and when it is found there should be fewer movements of the car and seat. 3. Where, if at all, does the current routine for handling defective seats deviate from the principles of the Toyota Production System? It deviates from TMM’s guided principles. With the high level of defects it does not follow the JIT production, which also goes against TPS’s principles. It also deviates from the jidoka principle that seeks to build quality control in the production process and averting problems when they are detected. Not only being extremely prone to shutdowns they didn’t have people that were capable of solving the problems promptly. The organization cultivated two strong attitudes: stick to the facts, and...
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...musculoskeletal disorder (MSD). The following are important considerations when attempting to maintain neutral body postures while working at the computer workstation: * Hands, wrists, and forearms are straight, in-line and roughly parallel to the floor. * Head is level, or bent slightly forward, forward facing, and balanced. Generally it is in-line with the torso. * Shoulders are relaxed and upper arms hang normally at the side of the body. * Elbows stay in close to the body and are bent between 90 and 120°. * Feet are fully supported by floor or footrest. * Back is fully supported with appropriate lumbar support when sitting vertical or leaning back slightly. * Thighs and hips are supported by a well-padded seat and generally parallel to the floor. * Knees are about the same height as the hips with the feet slightly forward. Regardless of how good your working posture is, working in the same posture or sitting still for prolonged periods is not healthy. You should change your working position frequently throughout the day in the following ways: * Make small adjustments to your chair or backrest. * Stretch your fingers, hands, arms, and torso. * Stand up and walk around for a few minutes periodically. These four reference postures are examples of body posture changes that all provide neutral positioning for the...
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...leather interiors for various types of automobile makes and models for the Malaysian OEM and aftermarket segment. The team's experience in contract manufacturing includes being official licensees for internationally-renowned brands such as Braun Buffel, Polo, Playboy, Renoma, Pierre Cardin, Alain Delon and Lois.They also export their leather car seat covers to international markets including the USA, Europe and the UK, Singapore, Australasia and the Middle East. Pecca Leather policy of integrating strict quality control and the finest leathers selection have earned us the standing as one of the most reputable automotive leather seat cover manufacturer in Malaysia. [pic] Figure 2 Logo’s of PECCA Company. In the Italian language, the word "Pecca" means "imperfect". Their company's motto "Passion & Perfection" has been inspired by their passion to take something which is imperfect and craft it into a perfect work of art. PECCA Leather ISO QS 9001 & ISO TS 16949 accredited leather seat cover manufacturer. A leather trade and manufacturer since 80’s. PECCA one of the key OEM & ODM providers of Car Leather Seats Cover to most car makers and seat makers within the region. Today, PECCA operate 3 plants within Klang Valley to support their both...
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...Theories of “Healthy” Standing The “normal posture as recommended by Staffel and his 19th century contemporaries and has been promoted ever since by physicians, orthopedists, physical therapists, mothers, teachers, and military superior. Even today, that “upright” or “straight” standing posture with slight lordosis (forward bends) in the lumbar and cervical spines and a light kyphosis (backward bend) in the thoracic spine is stereotypically considered “good and proper” and is often called healthy, balanced, or neutral. Theories of “Healthy” Sitting Sitting Upright? Staffel recommended an erect posture of the trunk, neck and head, with normal slight lordoses in the lumbar and cervical areas and a light kyphosis in the thoracic spine, similar to the desired back posture when standing erect. The simple concept that sitting upright, with the thighs horizontal and the lowerlegs vertical, means “sitting healthily” endured for a surprisingly longtime. Maintaining Lumbar Lordosis When one sits down on a hard, flat, surfaces, without a backrest, the ischial tuberosities ( inferior protuberances of the pelvic bones) act as fulca around which the pelvic girdle rotates under the weight of the upper body. Since the bones of the pelvic girdle are linked by connective tissue to the thighs and lower trunk, rotation of the pelvis affects the posture of the lower spinal column, particularly the lumbar region. If the rotation of the pelvis is rearward, the normal lordosis of the...
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...SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad – Cooling Air Duct By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad – Room Freshener By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Electric Juicer By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Watermelon Juice Storage By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Espresso Coffee Maker By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Human Help By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Auto Anti-theft Lock By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Auto Anti-theft Lock By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Helmet By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Car Seat By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Drill Mixer By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Atta Chakki By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Bike Handel By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad DTH By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Mobile Playstation By SJA Rizvi, Email: javedrizvi1976@gmail.com Jugaad Wall Clock By SJA...
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...[ futuris automotive interiors ] seats interior trim controls aftermarket Futuris Automotive Interiors designs and manufactures automotive interior solutions. Through a growing international network of design and manufacturing facilities across China, Asia-Pacific, North America and South Africa, Futuris creates interior solutions providing quality, value and innovation. Futuris products are renowned amongst the best in the world. Futuris’ unique approach to design, quality, teamwork and business partnerships is matched by a passionate focus on delivering the highest levels of consumer comfort, safety and convenience at competitive costs. Today’s global vehicle producers want design partners who are quick, innovative, reliable and responsive to change. They expect high quality and cost competitive products & services all delivered from a flexible and proactive business partner. What they want, Futuris delivers. Globally. Futuris is proud to create “the beauty within” for many of the world’s leading automotive brands, including GM, Ford, Toyota, Chery, Daimler, JAC and others. Copyright © Futuris Automotive Interiors. All Rights Reserved. www.futurisautomotive.com Futuris Automotive Interiors is 100% owned by Elders Corporation, a leading and publicly listed Australian diversified industrial. Futuris Automotive Interiors is part of the Futuris Automotive Group, which includes a 35% equity holding in Air International Thermal Systems. Futuris Automotive...
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...OFFICE ERGONOMICS The purpose of the visits to the worksite was to determine the physical demands of the pre-injury job duties and provide an opinion on whether the job demands exceed the precautions for the worker’s bilateral wrist injury. ABC Company recently purchased new workstations for two employees one of the employee’s voiced some new concerns. The employee has been experiencing ongoing right elbow and right wrist pain. The employee indicated that they were receiving physiotherapy treatments for their discomfort. The employee reported experiencing mid back discomfort since their return to work from a short absence due to illness and began using the new workstation. The purpose of this evaluation was to review the workstation, determine any areas of concern and provide recommendations. The new workstation is adjustable in 1/2” increments. The employee performs most of their tasks on the computer working on computer software with clicking and manipulating the mouse. The employee reviews plot sheets and writes notes on the sheets and makes necessary changes on the computer. Setting the proper desk height and keyboard height are key elements to avoiding non-neutral postures of the back, shoulders, neck, arms and wrists. The desk was set at the employees optimal work height. End-user orientation was completed to demonstrate the use of the articulating keyboard tray. It was determined that the tray height was positioned too high which promoted increased elevation...
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...For Chivalry Most studies found that the number one fear for Americans is the fear of public speaking, followed by death. That means as of right now I am better off if were inside that casket than standing here delivering this eulogy to you. We are here to commemorate the dead of Chivalry. I still remember the first time I saw him, in a Disney cartoon where he fought through a dragon just to save a girl, that cartoon was the Sleeping Beauty. Since then I saw more of him, opening doors for people, giving up seats for people, volunteer to carrying things for people, pulls out chair for people, paying the bill in his first date, the second date, and reluctantly in the third date but he still pays the bill. He is basically courageous and courteous. We are all mournful by his death, except women who killed Chivalry. If he were still alive today, the world would be a better place. Women, elderly, and kids do not have to stand in public transport; Chivalry would give up his seat. Women would have free dinner; Chivalry would pay the bill. And there would not be any need for automatic doors; Chivalry would open it up for you. Chivalry however did not die in vain. He has set us an example throughout his life, a code of conduct, that we men should follow suit. And if we do, we might bring Chivalry back from the...
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...Toyota Case Study: 1. What are the principal elements of the Toyota Production System? What capabilities must an organization possess in order to implement TPS effectively? ▪ Just-in-Time o Operate with the minimum resource required to consistently deliver o Just what is needed o In just the required amount o Just where it is needed o Just when needed ▪ Jidoka o One by one confirmation to detect anomalies o Stop and respond to every abnormality o Separate machine work from human work o Enable machined to detect anomalies and stop autonomously ▪ Problem Solving o Continual organization o See for yourself o Make decisions ▪ People & Partners o Grow leaders o Respect develop and challenge your people o Respect develop and challenge suppliers ▪ Process o Create process flow o Use pull system o Level out workload o Stop line o Standardize tasks o Use visual control o Use only tested technology ▪ Philosophy o Base management decision on a long term philosophy Capabilities Needed 1. Good Thinking: Stick to the facts and get down to the root cause of the...
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...guide VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Operating instructions VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Instructions for use VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Instruction manual VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT You're reading an excerpt. Click here to read official VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT user guide http://mypdfmanuals.com/dref/2297413 Manual abstract: Both offer adjustments for lumbar support and seat back angle, enabling you to sit back and relax, enjoying the most ergonomically beneficial position for your spine. Generous interior space is another contributory factor to overall comfort, with the transversely mounted engine providing more room than ever before for passengers and luggage, and giving all occupants significantly more legroom. Should you need 03 to transport bulky objects or luggage, the Passat offers an impressive capacity of 565 litres* (541 litres* on R36 models). In addition, a novel stowage concept provides extra space in the vehicle interior, enabling you to store maps, sunglasses and CDs in the doors, front seat centre armrest on Highline and above, overhead console or centre console. * Measured in accordance with ISO 3832. VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks and with rear seat backrest upright. Design | Interior | Models | Engines | Safety | Colours & Upholstery | Equipment | Wheels | Service Print | Exit | 5 Page 1 | Page 2 Exhilarating. Print | Exit | 6 Model shown is Highline with optional 18" `Chicago' alloy wheels and metallic paint. Please note Arctic Blue Silver metallic paint is only available from...
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...Cody Halliday Jennifer Pecora Kettley English I 2015SU 9W0 & 9W1 06 June 2015 The Empty Seat psa is effective in getting its message across to not let someone commit suicide and to recognize the signs before it’s too late. The ad uses primarily the pathos and ethos appeals to reach its audience, with the majority of the logos appeal in the end. It uses several visual and audio tools to set a grim and drear tone through the ad and then uplift it towards the end. The ad effectively uses several things as tools to appeal and influence the emotions of its audience. Right from the start the ad is playing a slow song and it slowly zooms out to show an empty seat where a student is missing. This grabs the audience’s attention, then in the next scene the audience sees another classroom. In this classroom the students are painting and another empty seat is shown. This makes the audience feel now that something is wrong. More and more classrooms and school activities are shown with students missing. This repetition is being used to set the feeling into the audience that something is wrong, and in the scenes the other students are carrying on with their activities and classes as if nothing is wrong makes the scenes feel even more wrong. In the scene with the birthday cake and the candles, the dark room and the image of the once again empty chair almost everything is being used to touch the audience. The room being dark sets a grim tone. The birthday party itself is familiar...
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...Star Grading System Guide Star Grading System Guide Contents I. Star Grading Introduction 2 a) The Star Grading Committee II. Becoming Star Graded 2 a) Application for exemption from Star Grading Requirements III. Continuing to be Star Graded a) b) c) d) 3 Annual Rechecks Annual Rollover Lapse or Revocation of Star Grading Failed Initial Grading or Annual Recheck IV. Allegations of Non-Compliance 5 V. Appeals 5 VI. Star Grading Criteria 6 a) Mandatory Minimum Requirements b) Criteria for Star Grading Classifications Two star 7 Three star 9 Four star 12 Four plus star 15 Five star 18 c) Criteria for Cars and Limousines 21 VII. Appendix a) ADS Code of Conduct – requirements for buses and coaches b) Terms and Conditions of Star Graded Vehicles 22 22 23 https://busandcoach.sharepoint.com/Shared Documents/BCA STAR GRADING/Star Grading Docs/Star Grading System Guide - 2014.docx 1 Star Grading System Guide I. Star Grading Introduction Star Grading is open to all BCA members and is a great way to showcase the quality of vehicles. Star Grading makes it easier for customers to compare the standards of service offered by individual bus and coach operators, and allows tour operators and travelers to select products in advance with confidence. The Approved Destination Status (ADS) Code of Conduct requires that all buses and coaches used for ADS tours must be BCA Star Graded three stars or higher. The ADS system is based on a bilateral tourism arrangement between...
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...pROFESSOR dEANNA TEEL pRINCIPLES OF MARKETING - MRKG 1311 SPRING 2013 pROFESSOR dEANNA TEEL pRINCIPLES OF MARKETING - MRKG 1311 SPRING 2013 performance sport booster car seat by MARKETING PLAN performance sport booster car seat by MARKETING PLAN Product and Company Background Company Background Recaro has over 100 years of history designing seats for the world's most prestigious automobiles, airlines, and race cars. Recaro is German engineered, and an international leader in seating safety, design, comfort and style. Recaro is the pioneer of child seat side impact technology, going beyond any side impact requirements as tested with the ADAC European standard. Founded in 1906 by Wilhelm Reutter as Reutter Carosserie-Werke, the company became famous for building limousine bodies during the 1920s. Recaro has been setting standards in automotive seating ever since. Recaro Automotive Seating produced the first retrofit sports seat for automobiles, the world’s lightest car seat and the most innovative commercial vehicle seat in addition to new sport seats in a modern composite design. Recaro Automotive Seating’s customers include prominent manufacturers of automobiles and commercial vehicles around the world. Through retail sales, the company also provides end customers with aftermarket seats and motorsports customers with racing shells. Recaro Automotive Seating is a division of the global Johnson Controls group, with lean structures, short decision paths and...
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...The most common causes of injuries in this age group are car crashes, bicycle crashes, and fires. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expands this list to include the following. 1.Motor vehicle (CDC 2012) 2.Suffocation (CDC 2012) 3.Drowning (CDC 2012) 4.Poisoning (CDC 2012) 5.Fire/Burns (CDC 2012) 6.Falls (CDC 2012) 7.Sports and recreation risks. (CDC 2012) Injuries are the leading cause of death and disability for children in the United States (CDC). Injuries are not always preventable regardless of their nature. A common sense approach can lead to a reduction in injuries. Driving safely including the proper use of seatbelts or car seats, removal of plastic bags from young children, teaching swimming and supervision when in water, removal of house hold toxins, fire safety, and use of bicycle helmets are taught in school to kids (HHS). The CDC calls for efforts to reduce injuries by focusing on what term the 3 P’s; education, enforcement, and engineering. Education is used by the schools to teach children basic safety. New parents are often taught the proper way to use child restraint seats in the car. Locally, in my area the state police have no fault safety checks in which your car seat and the use of it can be examined for proper fit. These clinics are conducted in a big box retailer’s parking lot so that all a parent needs to do is drive up. If fault is found in the use of the car safety seat, education is given out rather than a citation. The second...
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