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Physical model
Exploring the problem
Work models The physical model describes the spatial surroundings in which the work is located. The model is drawn as an ‘architectural drawing’ with an indication of the location of different spaces and the layout and design of selected spaces. In addition, the ‘traffic pattern’ in and between the selected spaces can be indicated in the drawing.
Steps 1. Place a large piece of paper (preferably A0) on a table or wall.
You can also use a whiteboard directly. 2. Ask the participants to make a simple ‘architectural drawing' of the selected space(s). 3. Then ask the participants to draw with dotted lines or colours how different employees move around in and between the spaces. 4. Ask the participants to place red ‘bolts of lightning’ at inexpedient layout and location of spaces and at inexpedient movement patterns.
The result of this exercise can be included in the overall exploration and demarcation of the OHS problem in the first diamond.
Tips You can make a follow-up on this tool by listing all the red ‘bolts of lightning’ that the participants have entered in the diagram.
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15 min.
Complexity
86
11 • Tools 3 : exPlorIng Problems
Here, an example is seen of how different employees move around in the laboratory.
11 • Tools 3 : exPlorIng Problems
