An Introduction to 5S & the Visual Workplace
Productivity begins with a visual workplace
Long considered a foundation of high performing organisations, 5S is a simple and accessible technique that provides immediate and significant benefits by;
- De-cluttering workplaces and providing a framework for maintaining high standards of housekeeping and organisation
- Improving communication
- Enhancing workplace safety
- Establishing standard methods and behaviours
- Ensuring maintenance activities are carried out
- Embedding methods for continuous improvement
- Establishing visual systems that support rapid induction of new employees
- Engaging teams to work together to drive improvement
The stand alone workshop is typically a one day session, but is recommended to be combined with on-site implementation support and conducted over several days.
Sort
De-clutter your workplace
Removing clutter from the workplace
Using 5S Tags
The 5S Holding AreaSet In Order
A home for everything and everything in it's home
Storage systems
Labelling and signage
Shadow boards
Safety and access considerations
FIFOShine
Keeping it clean
Making workplace area ownership clear
Setting cleaning standards
Cleaning equipment
Equipment maintenanceStandardise
Share best practice
Document work methods
More on visualisation
Using kanban controlsSustain
Supporting continuous improvement
Walkabouts
Area Scoring
5S Model Areas
Detailed Workshop Agenda
Overview of 5S and relevance
The Core Concepts
- S1: Sort
Activity: Using 5S Tags
- S2: Set In Order
- S3: Shine
Activity: Using the 5S Area Scoresheets
5S Implementation Roadmap
Activity Area Walk-Around
- Conduct initial area scoring
- Discuss immediate needs and opportunities
S4: Standardise
- Using Visual Controls within manufacturing environments
- Examples of Standardise in practice
S5: Sustain
Toolbox Meetings
Recommendations
We recommend that this workshop is delivered as part of a series including:
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