Perform 5S with this General 5S Housekeeping Checklist to organize workspaces so your workers can perform efficiently, effectively, and safely. Begin your 5S inspection by describing the nature of work and capture a photo of the workspace before proceeding with the 5S inspection. Assess each principle (sort out, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain) then capture photos of red tagged items and allocate a place for all the materials needed for your work. Consolidate daily cleaning procedures and create a standard in setting up a clean workplace. Lastly, all training and other programs should be implemented to sustain workplace organization. End the inspection by providing recommendation and overall rating.
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Title Page
Site
Conducted on (Date and Time)
Inspected by
GENERAL INFORMATION
Department
Take a photo of the workspace.
Use these score criteria for your inspection:
3 - 5S implemented; systematically maintained. 2 - 5S not implemented; compliance maintain. 1 - 5S implemented; not systematically maintained. 0 - 5S not implemented; no process to sustain.
SORT OUT - SEIRI
Is the floor area free of unwanted items?
REFERENCE: The floor area is free from unwanted items.
Are tops and insides of all cupboards, shelves, tables, etc. free of unwanted items?
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Are items stored according to frequency of use?
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Are walls free of old posters, calendars, pictures , notices etc.?
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Is there a general clutter free appearance?
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Capture photo(s) of red tagged items.
SET IN ORDER - SEITON
Are direction indications available to all facilities from the entrance onwards?
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Do all items of equipment have identification labels?
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Are all rooms, cubicles and similar areas clearly numbered or named?
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Are specific areas demarcated for garbage/rejects/waste, etc.?
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Are switches, fan regulators, controls, etc. labeled?
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Are all cables, wires, pipes etc. neat and straight?
REFERENCE: Overhead System
REFERENCE: Ground System
Is colour coding used effectively for easy identification?
REFERENCE: 5S Labeling System
Is there a general appearance of orderliness?
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Is it easy to find any item/document without delay?
Identify and allocate a place for all the materials needed for your work.
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SHINE - SEISO
Are cleaning schedules available and displayed?
Are floors, walls, windows doors etc. maintained at a high level of cleanliness?
Is use of adequate cleaning tools evident?
Are machines, equipment, tools, furniture maintained at a high level of cleanliness and their maintenance schedules displayed?
Is there a general appearance of cleanliness all round?
STANDARDIZE - SEIKETSU
Is a daily checklist used to standardize 5s procedures?
REFERENCE: Sample 5S Checklist
Are standard check lists used to regularly inspect 5S?
Are labels, notices etc. standardized?
Do isles/pathways have a standard size and colour?
Are pipes, cables etc. color coded?
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SUSTAIN - SHITSUKE
Is there a system for how and when the 5S activities will be implemented?
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Does management provide support to 5S programme by recognition, resources and leadership?
Have first 3S become a part of the daily work?
Do employees show positive interest in 5S activities?
Are 5S posters and 5S points of work reminders displayed?
Are trainings and other programs implemented to sustain workplace organization?
COMPLETION
Recommendation
Overall Rating
Full Name and Signature of the Inspector
Lisa Moon
5S Audit
Perform 5S with this General 5S Housekeeping Checklist to organize workspaces so your workers can perform efficiently, effectively, and safely. Begin your 5S inspection by describing the nature of work and capture a photo of the workspace before proceeding with the 5S inspection. Assess each principle (sort out, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain) then capture photos of red tagged items and allocate a place for all the materials needed for your work. Consolidate daily cleaning procedures and create a standard in setting up a clean workplace. Lastly, all training and other programs should be implemented to sustain workplace organization. End the inspection by providing recommendation and overall rating.
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