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Department Conducted
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
Audit Questions:
Sort
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All cables and cords are correctly and safely arranged.
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Only the required spare parts, WIP, equipment, tools, materials or paper are present at the workstation.
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All printed materials such as documents, paperwork, WIP, etc. are current.
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There are no defective or obsolete tools, equipment, cabinets, chairs, shelves, bins, or boxes.
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There are no defective electrical equipment, cords, or supply lines. (No fraying and no outlets with excessive cords)
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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.
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It obvious which items have been marked as unnecessary or broken.
Set In Order
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Maximum and minimum indicators for supplies are in place.
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All containers (for recyclables and non-recyclables), recipients/ receptacles, and empty pallets are stored in an appropriate manner.
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All production zones are defined with visual indicators marking locations of containers, WIP, and material.
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Safety equipment, fire extinguishers, and emergency procedures are clearly identified, in place, clear of obstructions and ready to use.
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All items, tools, equipment, office accessories, shelves, and cabinets are sorted out, classified, systematically stored and labeled.
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Areas are defined with visual indicators based on the responsibility of each zone.
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Footpaths, storage areas, and equipment’s surroundings are clearly marked and clear of obstacles.
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Storage locations for cleaning materials are fully equipped.
Shine
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"Shine" procedures exist and are followed. (Procedures are based on method, frequency, and persons responsible.)
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Equipment, tools, boxes, containers, tables, stations, and shelves are kept clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, and dust.
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Floors, walkways, ceilings, walls, workstations, and windows are kept clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, and dust.
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Machines are kept clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, and dust.
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All cleaning equipment is neatly stored and readily available when needed.
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Areas have been checked for bad smells, leakage, and lids being closed properly.
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The lighting of the work areas is effective. There are no dirty light bulbs or windows.
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Labels, striping, and signs are clean, visible, and without damage.
Standardize
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There are clean up and organizational checklists for associates.
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Visual indicators, e.g., pictures, of workstations, work areas, equipment, and storage locations meeting 5S+ standards are present in/on each.
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There are no issues with noise, vibrations, or heat/cold.
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Maintenance and production schedules and standards are visible, clear and actively used for each zone.
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The 5S+ color standards and labeling are being used according to the recommended standard.
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There is a system in place for associates to propose improvement ideas for 5S+ standards, e.g., "5S+ Suggestion" box.
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Improvement ideas are acted upon.
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The first 3Ss (Sort, Set in Order, and Shine) are maintained.
Sustain
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Everybody is trained on 5S+ standards.
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5S+ acknowledgements, celebrations, rewards, or special activities have occurred within the last month.
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Associates and shift leaders proactively comply, communicate and implement 5S+.
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5S+ information is displayed visibly or is easily obtained.
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Shifts are given the time required to clean and sort on a daily basis.
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The documentation of the processes of daily clean up and organization are clearly visible or is easily obtained.
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Procedures are up-to-date and regularly reviewed.
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Activity and go-boards are up-to-date and regularly reviewed. Previous audit results are posted.
Safety
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Are aisles, doorways and exit clear of any objects that constitute a tripping hazard?
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Is material piled, stacked or racked in a manner that prevents it from tipping, falling, collapsing, rolling or spreading?
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Are fire extinguishers visible for all associates, with proper signage and not obstructed by any object?
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Are all exits visible and unobstructed?
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Are all broken or damaged pallets staged in designated area to prevent injury?
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Are first aid stations visible for all associates, with proper signage and not obstructed by any object?
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Are associates driving equipment wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE)?
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Is there safe clearance (width) for both walking and power equipment drive aisles?