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5S Lean Audit Checklist

About the 5S Lean Audit Checklist

A 5S Lean audit checklist is a tool used to assess the organization, cleanliness, and efficiency of the workplace. The checklist includes five key areas: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain. It helps identify areas for improvement and promotes a culture of continuous improvement.

Boosting Workplace Efficiency and Organization with a 5S Lean Audit Checklist

A 5S Lean audit checklist is an essential tool used to assess workplace organization and cleanliness. The 5S system is based on five key areas: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain.

The checklist includes questions and criteria for each of the five areas, allowing companies to evaluate the effectiveness of their workplace organization and cleanliness. By using a 5S Lean audit checklist, businesses can identify opportunities for improvement and optimize efficiency.

Implementing the 5S Lean methodology promotes a culture of continuous improvement and encourages employees to take ownership of their workspace. The checklist helps ensure that everyone is working towards the same goals, such as reducing waste and improving safety.

Regular 5S Lean audits can help maintain high standards of organization and cleanliness in the workplace. The results of the audit can then be used to prioritize improvements and make adjustments to the work environment.

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Audit

SORT

1) Is there evidence of regular red tagging?

2) Is there a system for the removal of red tagged items?

3) Are all unused tools removed from the area?

4) Are all unwanted materials removed from the area?

5) Are cupboards/work surfaces clear of clutter?

6) Are there clear standards for storage?

7) Are all unnecessary items/work in progress removed from the area?

8) Are all unnecessary parts/materials removed from machinery/equipment?

9) Is visual control being adhered to in the area?

10) Is waste being disposed of correctly?

SORT SCORE OUT OF 10

STRAIGHTEN

1) Are all materials/work in progress located correctly?

2) Are tools identified and on shadow boards?

3) Are cleaning materials/utensils located correctly?

4) Are materials stored correctly?

5) Is P.P.E stored correctly?

6) Are ladders stored correctly?

7) Are pallet trucks stored correctly?

8) Are stock levels agreed and being adhered to?

9) Are dividing lines & floor markings correctly colour coded?

10) Are all items in the area easily identified?

STRAIGHTEN SCORE OUT OF 10

SHINE

1) Is the floor clean & free from debris?

2) Are machines & guards clean?

3) Are cleaning tools handy/stored/organised/labelled?

4) Is there a cleaning schedule in place?

5) Are ancillary & guards kept clean?

6) Are backs of machines & surrounding areas kept clean?

7) Are tea hoppers & tops of machines clean?

8) Is underneath machines kept clean & free from oil?

9) Are bins clean & regularly emptied?

10) Are hoovers/filters emptied regularly & clean?

SHINE SCORE OUT OF 10

STANDARDISE

1) Is the team board standardised/current?

2) Is there a system for maintaining, clearing up & cleaning?

3) Are regular 5s audits being carried out?

4) Is all relevant paperwork current & up to date?

5) Is the cleaning schedule being adhered to?

6) Are visual control standards being adhered to?

7) Is red tagging agreed/correctly documented?

8) Have visual control standards been identified?

9) Are shift standards agreed & being adhered to?

10) Are sample trays being used correctly?

STANDARDISE SCORE OUT OF 10

SUSTAIN

1) Are safety rules being adhered to-glasses/safety shoes etc?

2) Is the 5s action plan on team board/current?

3) Is the daily cleaning schedule completed correctly?

4) Is the 5s audit displayed on the team board?

5) Is the 5s graph displayed on the team board?

6) Is the 5s weekly spider graph displayed on the team board?

7) Are rules & work procedures being adhered to?

8) Is the red tag process being reviewed & audited?

9) Is an ongoing review of 5s processes evident?

10) Is there a plan for 5s training requirements displayed?

SUSTAIN SCORE OUT OF 10

OVERALL SCORE OUT OF 50

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This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.