5S in the workplace

5S in the workplace

Cleanliness, order, safety, productivity

These are the basic attributes for an efficient and innovative production workplace.

5S +S  Implemementation program contains:

1S: Sort (Organization)

  • remove all items from workplace that are not needed for current production
  • most common criterion: usefulness, frequency, quantity of needed items

2S: Set in Order (Orderliness)

  • arrange needed items – easy to use – easy to take – easy to put back

3S: Shine (Cleanliness)

  • make sure that everything in the factory stays clean

4S: Standardize (Standardized Clean-up)

  • maintain the first 3 pillars
  • create standards for how work should be done
  • make it a HABIT

5S: Sustain (Discipline)

  • make a habit of maintaining established rules
  • dark, dirty, disorganized workplaces lower worker´s moral and positive attitude

+ 6S: Secure the willingness for innovations

  • create place where the people are encouraged and highly motivated for innovations

With 5S+1S you create foundation for:

  • achieving zero defects
  • cost reductions, lowering costs
  • safety improvements
  • zero acidents
  • building customer confidence
  • defect-free production
  • inovative environment for your staff
  • clear rules for shopfloor management