Air compressors, if not properly handled, can pose serious danger. Improper use and maintenance creates risky circumstances for an air compressor to operate. Maintenance should only be performed by a trained air compressor repair technician. Follow these helpful tips below to avoid the dangers of operating an air compressor: Rupture Because of the large amount of air being pressurized into the vessel, there is a possibility of too much pressure, leading the...
A learning management system, or LMS, is a software package that allows training programs to be administered, documented, and tracked, as well as deliver e-learning content and resources to trainees. One of the biggest advantages to web-based LMS systems is open access to content and administration anytime and anywhere. At the most basic level, LMS systems allow for student registration, deliver e-learning materials, enable discussions and communication between students and instructor, track...
The key to your business’ success is well-trained employees. While proper and thorough training of your employees will not only provide them with the technical skills they need to succeed, it shows you are invested in them and allows for more involvement and better output. Here are some helpful tips to supplement your company’s training program: • See training as an investment rather than an expense. While some training programs may be...
SCORM is not just the latest internet buzz word, it’s an important e-learning standard that allows companies to tailor their training program to meet the needs of individual students without the expensive price tag. The SCORM approach is self-paced and self-directed. With SCORM content and programs are sharable within a single learning platform, regardless of the system the platform uses. This is why SCORM is a powerful tool for online training. Why...
When incorporating SCORM compliant web-based e-learning programs into your employee training practices, implement these helpful tips to ensure your employees get the most out of their e-learning experience. • Incorporate different elements into your e-learning to keep trainees engaged. Mix up the sequence of video, audio, and interactive quizzes in order to hold your trainees’ attention and help them better retain the material. • Learning is a social activity, so encourage your...
If your industrial plant is considering using SCORM or Sharable Content Object Reference Model there are several important factors to help ensure the best return on your investment. SCORM is an excellent e-learning program to implement if: You’re looking for a more accurate and detailed reporting on your employees training performance You’d prefer the courseware to have a long shelf life or you’re planning on frequently updating the courseware You’ll need to...
Web-based e-learning has dramatically increased in popularity during recent years due to the many benefits it has over traditional classroom training. For one, it’s more cost-efficient because it’s produced inexpensively and prevents employees from spending time away from work. Because of its convenient accessibility, e-learning can easily fit into your employees’ busy schedules. Trainees can work at their own pace, which is most likely to be faster than if they were training...
Heavy Machinery training is a must for any employees who will operate this type of equipment. Even experienced employees should take a heavy machinery training course because keeping up-to-date refresher course is important to keep employees knowledgeable about certain aspects of the forklift or crane operation. The refresher course would cover the areas in which the machinery operator is weak or lacking in knowledge. Although manufacturing managers might know the benefits of re-training...
SCORM, or Sharable Content Object Reference Model, is a collection of technical standards for web-based e-learning. SCORM was founded by the Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL), the research division of the United States Department of Defense, and since then has evolved and grown to become an e-learning industry standard. One of the biggest benefits of SCORM is reusability. SCORM allows instructional components to be integrated into multiple applications. So, rather than operating several...
Training is an important part of any organization; in fact it can help eliminate waste and reduce operating cost. If your manufacturing plant utilizes hydraulic equipment, providing hydraulic training will teach your employees how to operate the equipment as well as the different levels of maintenance and when to employ them. The hydraulic training course will also help your employees to make the best choice to ensure the future reliability of the...
Employee turnover is a problem that many companies experience, but there are ways to resolve this problem. At ITC Learning, we understand that frequent employee turnover is a major problem and should be looked at because it can significantly affect the financial performance of any organization. How to calculate the turnover rate? Turnover is calculated simply by dividing the number of annual terminations by the average number of employees in the work...
Do you remember the telephone game, where one person would share a sentence or secret and then see how drastically the message changed by the end of the game? Informal hands-on training is sometimes like this game. By the time the pump training instructions have been repeated to the new employee the training procedures as been drastically changed. In fact, it happens more often than you think. Some machines have complex systems...
Proper lubrication and maintenance go hand in hand in keeping bearings operating reliably. This is why lubrication is a key influence in increasing the equipment life span by 3-8 times. In fact, incorrect lubrication accounts for 30 percent of bearing failure in rotating equipment. The right training skills are required for your employees to safely and efficiently perform their jobs. An introduction to bearings course is great for first timers and our...
Recently the economic outlook in the manufacturing sector has begun to improve. In fact, Navistar re-hired 150 employees and plans to hired another 100 by 2014. Even Caterpillar has seen a record improvement in profits and has announced expansion projects in its U.S., China and Brazil plants. With this improvement, it’s very likely that there will be an increase in hiring in the manufacturing sector. When it comes to hiring new employees...
