Workplace Organization Module
Workplace Organization
The 5S System is a sequence of activities designed to improve workplace organization and standardization. Used effectively, it will produce clean, safe, efficient and productive work environments. These activities that all begin with the letter S include:
Sort - Identify and remove unnecessary items from the work area
Set-in-Order - Organize the work area's required items and label clearly
Shine - Clean everything and use this as a tool for inspection, quality and preventative maintenance
Standardize - Make the first 3 S's the norm by utilizing visual displays, controls and check sheets
Sustain - Incorporate self-discipline, training, communication, and total employee involvement/buy-in to maintain the new system
Performance Objectives
Helps associates:
Control the workplace instead of letting the workplace control them
Standardize their work area using standard work designs and best practices
Create the most efficient, productive and safe work area using their tacit knowledge
Develop through active participation
Produce work areas that promote cross-training capability
Course Overview
A better method: A detailed overview and video help associates realize their current work area conditions and the improvement possibilities
Develop awareness of the current conditions, documentation requirements, perspectives and opportunities available
Learn system techniques and apply them to their individual work areas.
Take ownership of the improvement process and achievements
Establish protocol for sustaining improvements through knowledge sharing and training
Program Advantages
Improve quality
Attain work standardization
Diminish changeover time
Achieve work standardization
Improve safety
Reduce inventory cost
Minimize cycle time
Enhance associate morale and workplace pride
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