5S LEVEL 5

Sort :
Needed items can be retrieved in 30 seconds or less.
Preventative measures are in place to keep unneeded items from entering the area.


Straighten :
Anyone can walk into the work area and easily locate jobs by priority.
A Continuous Improvement system is in place for improving work area organization.


Shine :
A Continuous Improvement system is in place for improving housekeeping.



Standardize :
Possible for visitors to tell what work is performed and where in all cases.
A Continuous Improvement system is in place for improving work methods and work area controls.


Sustain :
Planning occurs to reach next 5S levels.
Information on the area information board influences the daily decisions of the work area.
Root causes of problems are eliminated and actions focus on preventative methods.

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