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  • Prepared by

Audit Questions:

Sort

  • All cables and cords are correctly and safely arranged.

  • Only the required spare parts, WIP, equipment, tools, materials or paper are present at the workstation.

  • All printed materials such as documents, paperwork, WIP, etc. are current.

  • There are no defective or obsolete tools, equipment, cabinets, chairs, shelves, bins, or boxes.

  • There are no defective electrical equipment, cords, or supply lines. (No fraying and no outlets with excessive cords)

  • Items not required to execute the process are not present in the workplace. Personal belongings are in designated areas and/or out of the way of work/storage areas.

  • It obvious which items have been marked as unnecessary or broken.

Set In Order

  • Maximum and minimum indicators for supplies are in place.

  • All containers (for recyclables and non-recyclables), recipients/ receptacles, and empty pallets are stored in an appropriate manner.

  • All production zones are defined with visual indicators marking locations of containers, WIP, and material.

  • Safety equipment, fire extinguishers, and emergency procedures are clearly identified, in place, clear of obstructions and ready to use.

  • All items, tools, equipment, office accessories, shelves, and cabinets are sorted out, classified, systematically stored and labeled.

  • Areas are defined with visual indicators based on the responsibility of each zone.

  • Footpaths, storage areas, and equipment’s surroundings are clearly marked and clear of obstacles.

  • Storage locations for cleaning materials are fully equipped.

Shine

  • "Shine" procedures exist and are followed. (Procedures are based on method, frequency, and persons responsible.)

  • Equipment, tools, boxes, containers, tables, stations, and shelves are kept clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, and dust.

  • Floors, walkways, ceilings, walls, workstations, and windows are kept clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, and dust.

  • Machines are kept clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, and dust.

  • All cleaning equipment is neatly stored and readily available when needed.

  • Areas have been checked for bad smells, leakage, and lids being closed properly.

  • The lighting of the work areas is effective. There are no dirty light bulbs or windows.

  • Labels, striping, and signs are clean, visible, and without damage.

Standardize

  • There are clean up and organizational checklists for associates.

  • Visual indicators, e.g., pictures, of workstations, work areas, equipment, and storage locations meeting 5S+ standards are present in/on each.

  • There are no issues with noise, vibrations, or heat/cold.

  • Maintenance and production schedules and standards are visible, clear and actively used for each zone.

  • The 5S+ color standards and labeling are being used according to the recommended standard.

  • There is a system in place for associates to propose improvement ideas for 5S+ standards, e.g., "5S+ Suggestion" box.

  • Improvement ideas are acted upon.

  • The first 3Ss (Sort, Set in Order, and Shine) are maintained.

Sustain

  • Everybody is trained on 5S+ standards.

  • 5S+ acknowledgements, celebrations, rewards, or special activities have occurred within the last month.

  • Associates and shift leaders proactively comply, communicate and implement 5S+.

  • 5S+ information is displayed visibly or is easily obtained.

  • Shifts are given the time required to clean and sort on a daily basis.

  • The documentation of the processes of daily clean up and organization are clearly visible or is easily obtained.

  • Procedures are up-to-date and regularly reviewed.

  • Activity and go-boards are up-to-date and regularly reviewed. Previous audit results are posted.

Safety

  • Are aisles, doorways and exit clear of any objects that constitute a tripping hazard?

  • Is material piled, stacked or racked in a manner that prevents it from tipping, falling, collapsing, rolling or spreading?

  • Are fire extinguishers visible for all associates, with proper signage and not obstructed by any object?

  • Are all exits visible and unobstructed?

  • Are all broken or damaged pallets staged in designated area to prevent injury?

  • Are first aid stations visible for all associates, with proper signage and not obstructed by any object?

  • Are associates driving equipment wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE)?

  • Is there safe clearance (width) for both walking and power equipment drive aisles?

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