A step-by-step breakdown of the Fire Underwriter’s Knot, created as part of our TWI Job Instruction training. This sheet not only teaches the knot—it also serves as a sample template for applying the JI method to any task. Simple, structured, and easy to follow. Using the important steps, key points, and reasons for key points.

This resource outlines the foundational principles of Job Instruction (JI), a core component of TWI. It helps you break down tasks into manageable, repeatable steps to ensure consistency, reduce errors, and boost efficiency. Ideal for supervisors and trainers, this sheet makes it easier to train and onboard new employees.

The Participant Guide is designed to walk trainees through the key concepts of Job Instruction training. This guide includes practical exercises and examples that help solidify understanding, making it a valuable resource for anyone taking part in Job Instruction training sessions.

This Excel-based tool is a practical guide to applying Job Methods (JM) principles in your work processes. With easy-to-understand columns and formulas, this sheet will help you identify inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and optimize your team's performance.

The Job Safety Card is a quick reference guide to safety protocols and procedures for various tasks. Designed for on-the-floor workers, this card serves as a handy tool to ensure that safety is always a priority, particularly in high-risk or high-complexity environments.

This card serves as a condensed version of the Job Instruction method. It provides clear, actionable steps to train and coach employees on a specific job task, reinforcing best practices and ensuring clarity throughout the learning process.

The Training Timetable outlines the optimal schedule and structure for delivering Job Instruction training. It ensures that your team receives training in a systematic, time-efficient manner that drives results while respecting everyone's time.

Uncover root causes, not just symptoms. This simple, structured worksheet walks you through the 5-Why method—helping you solve problems at the source and drive continuous improvement. Ideal for teams in any industry.

Focus on what matters most. This worksheet applies the 80/20 rule to help you identify the vital few issues causing the majority of problems. Prioritize efforts, boost impact, and drive smarter decisions—fast.

Visualize the root causes. This Excel-based fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram helps teams break down complex problems into clear, organized categories—making it easier to pinpoint contributing factors and take focused action.

A clear, easy-to-use Excel template designed to help supervisors capture and communicate key shift information—safety, performance, staffing, and issues—all in one place. Streamlines handoffs between shifts and supports strong, consistent leadership on the floor.

This historical manual from the U.S. War Manpower Commission outlines the original 10-hour TWI Job Instruction training program. Designed to help supervisors develop the skill of instructing, it introduces the Four-Step Method and emphasizes preparing, presenting, trying out, and following up on each task. Complete with session outlines, example breakdowns (like the Fire Underwriter’s Knot), and guidance for effective job instruction, this manual remains a foundational resource for training leaders in any industry​.

Designed for first-line leaders, this printable one-page Excel template captures all the essentials of a shift—safety, production, downtime, maintenance, coaching, and communication. With clean layout boxes and ample space for notes, it ensures clear shift handoffs, consistent documentation, and strong frontline accountability—all on a single, easy-to-use sheet.

Track performance, align your team, and drive accountability with this simple, customizable tool—built to support real-time improvement and decision-making.