: Start and end times or "fixation points" for each step. Duration : Calculated time spent on each individual action.

: Spaces for calculating the stability coefficient (the ratio of maximum to minimum time) to determine if the data is reliable. Purpose and Benefits

: A clear name for the operation and the equipment used. Observation Table : Sub-operations : Breakdown of the task into smaller steps.

A standard blank form should include the following fields to ensure data accuracy:

: Establishing how long a task should take based on actual data.

: Pinpointing "bottlenecks" or unnecessary movements that waste time.

: Date of the study, act number, and the full name of the observer (the person recording the time).