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  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location

SORT - Determine what is needed and remove the rest … do we need it? How often is it used?

  • Have all the unnecessary items (tools, machines, boxes, etc.) been removed from the department?

  • Does the inventory or in-production inventory include any parts that are not required?

  • Are tools and equipment located in the most convenient location?

  • Do cupboards, storage cabinets and shelves only contain essential items?

  • Is the quarantine area properly managed? - (fully up to date?)

SET - A place for everything and everything in its place. . . . . No Searching!

  • Are shelves and other storage areas clearly defined with location indicators and all footprints clearly marked?

  • Are shadow boards and other storage systems used where possible?

  • Are walkways and work areas clearly defined and unobstructed?

  • Are personal belongings (coats, bags, newspapers, etc.) stored in lockers provided?

  • Safety Equipment - Is all safety equipment in place and up to date?

SHINE - Cleaning and looking for ways to keep it clean.

  • Floors - Are they kept clean, tidy and in good state of repair?

  • Machines & Tools - Are they free from dirt, visible leaks and spillages?

  • Bins - Are they properly maintained and emptied on a regular basis?

  • Is anyone responsible for routine inspection/maintenance?

  • Do operators regularly sweep up and clean down machines and tools without being told?

STANDARDISE - Make standards obvious and maintained.

  • Is stock control established, obvious and in use?

  • Is everyone aware of their responsibilities and department flow with ease?

  • Is information to carry out daily work routine clear and in use?

  • Are improvement ideas being generated and regularly acted on?

  • Are the standards for the first 3S's clear and up to date?

STUSTAIN - Maintain high standards and constantly seek to improve.

  • Are checklists available and being used?

  • 5S Board - Is this up to date and regularly reviewed?

  • Have improvement suggestions from last month been acted upon?

  • Training - Is everyone adequately trained to carry out their job role?

  • Education - Can everyone in the area explain the benefits of 5S?

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