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Tech Services Area 1 - Cubes & Offices
Safety
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have 36" clearance for movement
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Personal heaters or fans have safety mechanisms (guards, automatic shut off, tip-over auto-off) and are turned off at EOD
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Area is clear of excess personal items
Set in Place
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Desks and cabinets are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
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Workspaces are ergonomically friendly for daily work (desk height, anti-fatigue mats, visual ergonomic reminders, appropriate seating)
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Desks and offices are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
Shine
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Procedures and expectations for cleaning and organization of workspaces are developed and followed
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Personal workspaces are clean and organized and free of dust, debris, stains, and are in good condition
Standardize
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Workspace expectations for each area and the department are visual
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A feedback system is developed to measure adherence to 6S standards
Sustain
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Time and resources are dedicated to 6S activities and continuous improvement actions as a part of routine responsibilities for all employees
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Individuals are aware of action items and results from previous audits
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Employees have a known role in 6S of their area as well as the site
Tech Services Area 2 - Document Storage
Safety
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Appropriate disposal of waste generated in the area is available (trash, recycle, shred)
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Documents are stored to be adequately protected from environmental damages (e.g., fire and water)
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have at least 36" clearance for movement
Sort
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Storage in the area is kept in a fixed space and is fit for use (e.g., locks/closes, undamaged)
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
Set in Place
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Cabinets, shelves, and files are labeled and identifiable
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Documents are filed in accordance with record retention guidelines
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A minimum amount of steps is needed to locate and retrieve needed items
Shine
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Labels and visual materials are in good condition and are not in need of repair or replacement
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Documents and stored materials are undamaged and organized; there is no accumulation of inventory, documents, or other supplies and materials
Standardize
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Visual management is established in the area (e.g., photos, color coding, markings, signs, maps, etc.)
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Expectations of the area are defined and visual
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Abnormal conditions are quickly identifiable
Sustain
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Responsible owners for the share spaces are identified; assignments are defined and followed
Tech Services Area 3 - Break Area
Safety
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Appropriate disposal of waste generated in the area is available (trash, recycle)
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Outlets near water sources have appropriate safety protections (e.g., GFCI) and cords are in good condition
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Safety hazards are visually identified and labeled
Sort
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Area is clear of excess personal items
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Inventory of supplies in stored areas is appropriate and maintained (e.g., within inventory control limits)<br>
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Only required materials are in the area and do not require replacement or repair <br>
Set in Place
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Cabinets, shelves, and files are labeled and identifiable
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Shared supplies are organized and identifiable
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Evidence of inventory control exists (e.g., Kanban, FIFO, min/max)
Shine
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Shared spaces are cleaned and organized
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Cleaning guidance and frequency is visually posted
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Labels and visual materials are in good condition and not in need of repair or replacement
Standardize
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Visual management is established in the area (e.g., photos, color coding, markings, signs, maps, etc.)
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Shared workspaces are standardized and maintained
Sustain
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Responsible owners for the share spaces are identified; assignments are defined and followed
Tech Services Area 4 - Copier & Storage
Safety
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have at least 36" clearance for movement <br>
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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Inventory of supplies in stored areas is appropriate and maintained (e.g., within inventory control limits)<br>
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Storage in the area is kept in a fixed space and is fit for use (e.g., locks/closes, undamaged)
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. are stored in the area
Set in Place
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Cabinets, shelves, and files are labeled and identifiable
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Documents are filed in accordance with record retention guidelines <br>
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Evidence of inventory control exists (e.g., Kanban, FIFO, min/max)
Shine
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Labels and visual materials are in good condition and not in need of repair or replacement
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in the appropriate locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets) <br>
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Documents and stored materials are undamaged and organized; there is no accumulation of inventory, documents, or other supplies and materials
Standardize
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Visual management is established in the area (e.g., photos, color coding, markings, signs, maps, etc.)
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Shared workspaces are standardized and maintained
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Expectations of the area are defined and visual
Sustain
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Responsible owners for the share spaces are identified; assignments are defined and followed
Tech Services Area 5 - Conference Room
Safety
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Lighting is appropriate for the work area and does not need replacement
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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Obsolete, unnecessary, or broken items have been removed, repaired, or replaced <br>
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. are stored in the area
Set in Place
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Equipment in the area are kept in a fixed space and are fit for use <br>
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Shared supplies are organized and identifiable
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The area is free from accumulation of papers, personal items, or other objects
Shine
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Shared spaces and conference rooms are clean and organized
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Labels and visual materials are in good condition and not in need of repair or replacement <br>
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Equipment and materials in the room are kept organized and in good condition <br>
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The area is free of dust, debris, stains, etc. and is in good condition
Standardize
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Visual management is established in the area (e.g., photos, color coding, markings, signs, maps, etc.)
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Abnormal conditions are quickly identifiable
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Shared workspaces are standardized and maintained
Sustain
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Responsible owners for the share spaces are identified; assignments are defined and followed
Tech Services Area 6 - Cubes & Offices
Safety
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have 36" clearance for movement
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Personal heaters or fans have safety mechanisms (guards, automatic shut off, tip-over auto-off) and are turned off at EOD
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Area is clear of excess personal items
Set in Place
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Desks and cabinets are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
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Workspaces are ergonomically friendly for daily work (desk height, anti-fatigue mats, visual ergonomic reminders, appropriate seating)
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Desks and offices are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
Shine
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Procedures and expectations for cleaning and organization of workspaces are developed and followed
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Personal workspaces are clean and organized and free of dust, debris, stains, and are in good condition
Standardize
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Workspace expectations for each area and the department are visual
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A feedback system is developed to measure adherence to 6S standards
Sustain
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Time and resources are dedicated to 6S activities and continuous improvement actions as a part of routine responsibilities for all employees
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Individuals are aware of action items and results from previous audits
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Employees have a known role in 6S of their area as well as the site
Tech Services Area 7 - Cubes & Offices
Safety
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have 36" clearance for movement
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Personal heaters or fans have safety mechanisms (guards, automatic shut off, tip-over auto-off) and are turned off at EOD
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Area is clear of excess personal items
Set in Place
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Desks and cabinets are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
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Workspaces are ergonomically friendly for daily work (desk height, anti-fatigue mats, visual ergonomic reminders, appropriate seating)
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Desks and offices are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
Shine
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Procedures and expectations for cleaning and organization of workspaces are developed and followed
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Personal workspaces are clean and organized and free of dust, debris, stains, and are in good condition
Standardize
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Workspace expectations for each area and the department are visual
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A feedback system is developed to measure adherence to 6S standards
Sustain
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Time and resources are dedicated to 6S activities and continuous improvement actions as a part of routine responsibilities for all employees
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Individuals are aware of action items and results from previous audits
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Employees have a known role in 6S of their area as well as the site
Tech Services Area 8 - Cubes & Offices
Safety
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have 36" clearance for movement
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Personal heaters or fans have safety mechanisms (guards, automatic shut off, tip-over auto-off) and are turned off at EOD
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Area is clear of excess personal items
Set in Place
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Desks and cabinets are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
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Workspaces are ergonomically friendly for daily work (desk height, anti-fatigue mats, visual ergonomic reminders, appropriate seating)
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Desks and offices are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
Shine
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Procedures and expectations for cleaning and organization of workspaces are developed and followed
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Personal workspaces are clean and organized and free of dust, debris, stains, and are in good condition
Standardize
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Workspace expectations for each area and the department are visual
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A feedback system is developed to measure adherence to 6S standards
Sustain
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Time and resources are dedicated to 6S activities and continuous improvement actions as a part of routine responsibilities for all employees
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Individuals are aware of action items and results from previous audits
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Employees have a known role in 6S of their area as well as the site
Tech Services Area 9 - Cubes & Offices
Safety
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have 36" clearance for movement
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Personal heaters or fans have safety mechanisms (guards, automatic shut off, tip-over auto-off) and are turned off at EOD
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Area is clear of excess personal items
Set in Place
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Desks and cabinets are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
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Workspaces are ergonomically friendly for daily work (desk height, anti-fatigue mats, visual ergonomic reminders, appropriate seating)
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Desks and offices are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
Shine
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Procedures and expectations for cleaning and organization of workspaces are developed and followed
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Personal workspaces are clean and organized and free of dust, debris, stains, and are in good condition
Standardize
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Workspace expectations for each area and the department are visual
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A feedback system is developed to measure adherence to 6S standards
Sustain
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Time and resources are dedicated to 6S activities and continuous improvement actions as a part of routine responsibilities for all employees
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Individuals are aware of action items and results from previous audits
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Employees have a known role in 6S of their area as well as the site
Tech Services Area 10 - Cubes & Offices
Safety
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Cords/cables are not causing a tripping hazard; cord guards are present in walkways
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Aisles and walkways are clear from materials and hazards and have 36" clearance for movement
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Personal heaters or fans have safety mechanisms (guards, automatic shut off, tip-over auto-off) and are turned off at EOD
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Chairs, doors, workspaces, and shared materials are not in need of repair or replacement
Sort
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No irrelevant reference materials, documents, drawings, etc. not currently in use are stored at personal desks
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Only required furniture is in the area and is undamaged
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Area is clear of excess personal items
Set in Place
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Desks and cabinets are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
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Workspaces are ergonomically friendly for daily work (desk height, anti-fatigue mats, visual ergonomic reminders, appropriate seating)
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Desks and offices are dedicated and identified to the individual(s) that use the space
Shine
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Procedures and expectations for cleaning and organization of workspaces are developed and followed
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Containers, boxes, bins, or other storage materials are clean and not damaged and are stored in appropriate, marked locations (not on or under desks or on top of cabinets)
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Personal workspaces are clean and organized and free of dust, debris, stains, and are in good condition
Standardize
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Responsibilities are known by all individuals in the area
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Workspace expectations for each area and the department are visual
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A feedback system is developed to measure adherence to 6S standards
Sustain
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Time and resources are dedicated to 6S activities and continuous improvement actions as a part of routine responsibilities for all employees
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Individuals are aware of action items and results from previous audits
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Employees have a known role in 6S of their area as well as the site
Tech Services - Zone 1 General
Safety
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There are no overdue safety actions
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Evacuation routes and alarms are visually posted and current; exit doors are identified and in good condition
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Pest control program is current; pests have not been identified in the area <br>
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Shared phones have emergency phone numbers posted nearby and are accessible <br>
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Safety supplies such as first aid, fire extinguisher are available and fit for use; extinguisher is current on routine inspection
Sort
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A Red Tag area with close proximity to the work area is established <br>
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No obsolete or outdated documents or guidance is posted in the area <br>
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Standards and guidance for disposal of documents, materials, etc. are visual and followed
Set in Place
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Safety supplies are easily found and accessible
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Items are put away and not left out at EOD <br>
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The area map is updated to the current layout of workspaces, offices, conference rooms, and equipment (cabinets, copiers, etc.)<br>
Shine
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Ceilings, lighting, walls, paint, baseboards, and floors are in good condition and not in need of cleaning, repair, or replacement
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Waste receptacles are emptied on a regular basis and are not in need of attention <br>
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Safety hazards, warnings, labels, signage, etc. is easy to read, undamaged, and current
Standardize
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Audits are carried out as scheduled, all area individuals are involved in performing audits and participate in continuous improvement
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Procedures are developed for maintaining the first 3 Ss (Sort, Set, Shine)
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Waste does not accumulate in workspaces or shared areas
Sustain
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All employees have been trained on 6S and understand the expectations
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Success stories are displayed (e.g., before and after, results from improvements) and rewards/recognition is a part of the 6S culture
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The process for submitting kaizens is known and utilized; projects and/or action items are completed on time and results are communicated
