5S BASIC

5S represents 5 disciplines for maintaining a visual workplace (visual controls and information systems).

5S BASIC

These are foundational to Kaizen (continuous improvement) and a manufacturing strategy based "Lean Manufacturing" (waste removing) concepts.

SEIRI-Short

1-S

All unneeded tools, parts and supplies are removed from the area

Old stuff like tools, jigs, etc. should be removed. Scrap or defective parts: Scrap parts should also be removed.

SEITON-Set in Order

2-S

A place for everything and everything is in its place

The place of everything should be fixed, and everything should be kept in the designated place.

SEISO-Cleanleness

3-S

Your workplace should be kept clean and hygienic and checking cleaning, oiling, lubrication, equipment that there are no abnormalities in it, these problems should also be checked

SEIKETSO-Standardize

4-S

Cleaning and identification methods are consistently applied

To standardize 3S and ensure whether 3S is being followed or not

SHITSUKE-Sustain

5-S

5S is a habit and is continually improved

To get good results of the first four pillars, discipline is very important