Manufacturing 5S Audit Template

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1.0 - SORT

1. Is Sort criteria documented and being followed?
NOTE - Tap the "+" sign on the right enter notes or tap the picture icon to add photos.
2. Is re-accumulation of unnecessary items being avoided?
3. Is there any unused equipment, tooling, machinery in the area?
4. Is shelving, racking, cabinets, etc. being used for storing / hiding unnecessary items?
5. Is a holding area identified and being maintained properly (Red Tag System)?
0 = No evidence
1 = Some evidence of Implementation, but very little conformance
2 = Evidence supports at least half in conformance
3 = Most of implementation is complete, but a few minor gaps remain
4 = Complete conformance with no noted problems

1. Is Straighten Criteria documented and being followed?
2. Is the a visually marked, specified place for everything (including mobile equipment, tools, finished goods, nonconforming materials, etc.)?
3. Is part and tool storage well organized (neat/orderly) and clearly labeled? Including chemicals and hazardous materials?
4. Are items like tools and supplies conveniently located?
5. Are visual aids in use and in good condition (color coding, signboards, outlining, labeling)?
6. Are aisles, work area boundaries, and emergency equipment clearly marked and free from obstruction (fire extinguishers, first aid stations, eye wash stations)?
7. Are equipment and supplies returned to their designated location?
8. Are only the documents necessary to the workplace visible and stored in an orderly fashion?
9. Are there maximum and minimum indicators for equipment and supplies as appropriate?
0 = No evidence
1 = Some evidence of Implementation, but very little conformance
2 = Evidence supports at least half in conformance
3 = Most of implementation is complete, but a few minor gaps remain
4 = Complete conformance with no noted problems

1. Are 5S checklists established for the area and being used (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly)?
2. Are Autonomous Maintenance activities in the 5S Checklist?
3. Are the machines / tools in the work area kept clean, in proper working condition, and all safety features in place and working?
4. Are cleaning materials (brooms, dust pans, cleaning fluids) easily accessible?
5. Overall is the work area clean (including between departments and along walls / poles)?
0 = No evidence
1 = Some evidence of Implementation, but very little conformance
2 = Evidence supports at least half in conformance
3 = Most of implementation is complete, but a few minor gaps remain
4 = Complete conformance with no noted problems

1. Is Sort, Straighten, and Shine fully implemented and functioning well?
2. Are all employees in the area wearing proper PPE as required?
Do employees know how to access MSDS information and know the location of Tornado Shelters and Evacuation Assembly Areas?
4. Are electrical and pneumatic safe work practices followed (safe working condition, do not present tripping hazards, emergency shut off areas not blocked)?
5. Do all employees understand the processes that pertain to them and are they consistent (interview employees regarding established criteria and red tag system)?
6. Are all team members actively participating (interview employees and supervisors)?
0 = No evidence
1 = Some evidence of Implementation, but very little conformance
2 = Evidence supports at least half in conformance
3 = Most of implementation is complete, but a few minor gaps remain
4 = Complete conformance with no noted problems

1. Are communication tools (boards, team binders/etc) current and in order?
2. Are 5S audits performed monthly by peers/supervisors/other departments and quarterly by Plant Management?
3. Is the team meeting a minimum of once per month to review past audits, continue implementation, and drive continuous improvement (evidence with meeting minutes)?
4. Are continuous improvement activities taking place that eliminate root causes? Are root cause analysis tools being used (Why-Why Analysis, Cause and Effect Diagrams, A3's, etc.)
Interview team members about any improvements that have been made since the previous audit, make notes and take pictures.
Improvement Pictures
0 = No evidence
1 = Some evidence of Implementation, but very little conformance
2 = Evidence supports at least half in conformance
3 = Most of implementation is complete, but a few minor gaps remain
4 = Complete conformance with no noted problems

We all have different experiences and ideas, please take a minute to list some suggestions for improvements to the area and the processes. No idea is too small or too big!