5S: Defined and Explained
Jun 14, 2015
5S: Defined and Explained
Have you heard of 5S? Here’s to help you
understand the TERM
5S describes how to ORGANIZE workspace for EFFICIENCY by
IDENTIFYING, SORTING and CLEANING items.
And Here’s What 5S Stands FOR
1. SORTING
SORTING helps eliminate unneeded tools and keeps only
those important.
2. STRAIGTHENING
STRAIGTHENING helps arrange work, employees and
instruction for a “WASTE-FREE” workspace.
3. SYSTEMATIC CLEANING
SYSTEMATIC CLEANING assures a CLUTTER-FREE workspace and
ORGANIZATION of items to place.
4. STANDARDIZE
STANDARDIZE ensures that same procedure is used throughout operation.
5. SERVICE
SERVICE ensures complete submission to
rules to prevent backsliding.
If you Need Help on the Application of 5S CONSULT the
Experts of Total Excellence Manufacturing
http://txm.com.au/