Cubic Defence Australia - 5S Audit

Audit

1. Work Health and Safety

SORT

Fire extinguishers appropriate for the hazards, necessary PPE, First Aid equipment, current signs, warning lights, daisy chained extension leads, fire hazards removed

Straighten

Fire exits are clear, building equipment (Electrical Panels) accessible, eye was stations visible, first aid equipment available, tripping hazards eliminated, RF Hazards identified, etc

Shine

Fire extinguishers are charged, eye wash stations tested, PPE clean and in good condition, lockout tags are in place, correct signage etc

Standardise

Area Plan identifies eye wash stations, fire extinguishers, and fire exits. Hazards are labeled, etc

Sustain

Are PPE and safety standards being adhered to by all employees in the area

2. Environmental

SORT

Inventory and properly dispose of unneeded and out of date hazardous materials, flammable cabinet use (remove combustible air sticks etc), proper disposal of containers, etc

Straighten

Hazardous waste and recycling containers are provided and identified, batteries are managed, containers are labelled, area hazard signage is posted, spill kits available, etc

Shine

Areas and containers are clean, spills are cleaned up. Rubbish and recycle bins are provided and used.

Standardise

Waste disposal standards exist and are displayed

Sustain

Employees in the area are using the containers to standard. Consumables are minimised to maximum extent possible. Maximise reuse, minimise waste. Recycle where possible.

3. Facilities and Infrastructure

SORT

No broken and unused furniture, and other damaged severables

Straighten

Identify items that need repair (lights, locks, windows, ceilings, etc) and communicate as necessary. Organize areas.

Shine

The area has clean floors, equipment and machinery, correct work lighting, rubbish is removed, no food or drink in labs or shops, etc

Standardise

Has maintenance been requested if necessary? Does everyone know the process?

Sustain

Does an area have a planned maintenance schedule?

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4. Test Equipment

SORT

No unused and broken test equipment

Straighten

Are there Drop Off/Pick Up locations, labels and processes in place for ensuring Test Equipment is calibrated and managed

Shine

The Test Equipment is clean and functioning and appropriately labeled.

Standardise

Calibration and labeling is standardised. All equipment is calibrated in accordance with schedule and recorded IAW QMS procedures.

Sustain

All equipment is in working condition and no "Out-Of-Cal" equipment is on site.

5. Tooling, Fixtures, Jigs

SORT

No tools, fixtures and jigs on workstation unless in use

Straighten

Tools and other items have designated and clearly organised storage locations. Use of peg boards, designated shelving and racks.

Shine

No Tooling (measuring equipment, torque wrenches, pressure gauges) in area out of calibration.

Standardise

Tooling, fixtures and Jigs are properly stored and accounted for.

Sustain

Tooling standards are being adhered to.

6. Wires, Cabling and Hoses

SORT

No un-used wiring, cabling or hoses are present or trailing

Straighten

Are wiring, cabling and hoses organised and identified.

Shine

Are hoses, cabling and wires clean and in good condition.

Standardise

Area plan identifies location of electricity distribution boards, Circuit Breakers, communication and server rooms or spaces.

Sustain

Are all wires, cabling and hose standards being adhered to.

7. Workbenches, Desks and Surfaces

SORT

No un-necessary items on workbenches, desks or work surfaces.

Straighten

Workbenches, desks and work surfaces are organised. ESD requirements are in place.

Shine

Workbenches, desks, and work surfaces are clean and in good condition. ESD mats, wrist straps, etc are obvious and properly monitored.

Standardise

All work surfaces appear organised and clean. It's easy to tell whats out of the norm. Necessary safety and warning signs correctly displayed.

Sustain

Have the work surfaces been maintained. ESD matting is clean and correctly installed. Ventilation and lighting meets appropriate standards.

8. Facilities and Infrastructure

SORT

All information is current, necessary and appropriate for viewing.

Straighten

Projects have desigated areas within facilities. Stores and equipment are stored and used. Shared items have designated central location for common use.

Shine

Office and common areas are clean, neat and tidy. Workshop spaces are clean, safe and free of obstruction with proper lighting and Ventillation.

Standardise

Area standard exists and is posted to define layout and format.

Sustain

Are boards being maintained to acceptable standards.

9. Mobile Equipment: Forklift, Pallet Jacks etc

SORT

No unnecessary mobile equipment present

Straighten

Storage locations for mobile equipment are designated and labelled.

Shine

All are free of debris and none are damged

Standardise

There is a planned location for mobile equipment

Sustain

Mobile equipment is stored in correct area when not in use.

10. Storage

SORT

No material storage areas are overflowing, legacy equipment is properly positioned etc.

Straighten

All material storage areas are clearly designated and labeled, CCA's are properly stored etc

Shine

Material storage areas are kept clean, clear and safe. Shelving and racking is secure and stable

Standardise

Material Storage areas are designated and signposted. Project stores are correctly stored and separated. Cross-over between project stores is minimized

Sustain

Items are returned to designate areas when not in use.

11. Kitchen Area

SORT

No out-dated food, dirty dishes etc

Straighten

Organized location for group refrigerator, coffee, supplies etc. Separate appliances in offices are eliminated.

Shine

Equipment is kept clean, organized and in good condition.

Standardise

Management standards exist and responsibilities are known. Staff are aware of ISO 9001 standards and requirement to have access through their PM

Sustain

Area is maintained in a clean and orderly manner.

12. Common Areas (copier/printer, mail stations, etc)

SORT

All supplies are necessary and used frequently, old mail is recycled etc.

Straighten

Supplies are organised, labeled as necessary and easy to find.

Shine

Area is kept clean, scrap paper recycled, cartridges recycled, bins emptied regularly etc

Standardise

Management standards exist and responsibility is known

Sustain

Area is maintained in a clean and orderly manner

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