5 S

What is 5s?

• Seiri Sort
  • —Perform “Sort Through and Sort Out,” by placing a red tag on all unneeded items and moving them to a temporary holding area. Within a predetermined time the red tag items are disposed, sold, moved or given away. “When in doubt, move it out!”
• Seiton Set in Order
  • —Identify the best location for remaining items, relocate out of place items, set inventory limits, and install temporary location indicators.
• Seiso Sweep/Shine
  • —Clean everything, inside and out. Continue to inspect items by cleaning them and to prevent dirt, grime, and contamination from occurring.
• Seiketsu Standardize
  • —Create the rules for maintaining and controlling the first 3 S’s and use visual controls.
• Shitsuke Sustain
  • —Ensure adherence to the 5 S standards through communication, training, and self-discipline.

Keys to 5S Success

1. Get everyone involved.
2. Integrate 5S Principles into daily work requirements.
3. Following 5S Principles in all areas (office/factory)
4. Periodic Business Team Leader involvement is a must !
5. Follow through -finish what is started - 5S takes effort and persistence.