Question: A worker is responsible for loading and unloading a production machine. The load / unload elements in the repetitive work cycle have a normal time

A worker is responsible for loading and unloading a production machine. The load/unload elements in the repetitive work cycle have a normal time of only 45 sec, and the machine cycle time is 4.75 min. One part is produced each cycle. Every 5th cycle, the operator must replace the tote pans of parts, which takes 3.00 min (normal time). For setting the standard time, the PFD allowance factor is 15%, and the machine allowance factor is 15%.Determine the standard time under the following alternative assumptions:the irregular element isperformed as an external element.

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