8S (5S + Safety + Sanitation + Standardized Work) Checklist

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Sort (Seiri)

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Eliminate unnecessary items from the work area. Identify and remove items that are not needed.

Describe items identified for removal during Sort.

What categories of items were removed?

Number of items removed.

Were items moved to a 'holding area' for potential reuse/disposal?

If 'Yes' to the previous question, describe the holding area and its purpose.

Was a 'Red Tag' system used for items being evaluated?

If 'Yes', describe how the red tag system was implemented and what criteria were used.

Date items were removed

Set in Order (Seiton)

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Arrange necessary items in a logical and accessible manner. 'A place for everything, and everything in its place.'

Location of Tools/Equipment (Distance in meters)

Clearly Marked Location for Frequently Used Tools

Shadow Boards Used for Tools?

Are Tool/Equipment Locations Clearly Marked?

What visual aids are used for organization?

Describe any deviations from the defined layout and explain reasons

Photo of current layout (Optional)

Shine (Seiso)

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Clean the work area regularly. This includes equipment, floors, and work surfaces.

Overall Cleanliness Score (1-5, 5 being spotless)

Describe cleaning tasks completed today (e.g., machine cleaning, floor scrubbing, spill cleanup)

Areas cleaned today (check all that apply)

Photo Evidence of Cleaning (Optional)

Note any areas requiring further or more frequent cleaning.

Time spent on cleaning activities (in minutes)

Type of cleaning chemicals used (if applicable)

Standardize (Seiketsu)

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Create and maintain standards for Sort, Set in Order, and Shine. Create visual cues and procedures.

Frequency of 5S Audits:

Time allocated for daily cleaning (minutes):

Photographs of standardized layouts (before/after)

Detailed description of the visual management system:

Method for reporting 5S violations:

Date of last 5S training session:

Describe process for updating standardized procedures:

Sustain (Shitsuke)

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Maintain and improve the 5S standards. Reinforce discipline and continuous improvement.

Frequency of 5S Audits (Weeks)

Last 5S Training Date

5S Champion Identified?

Summary of Corrective Actions Needed (from previous audits)

Which of the following support mechanisms are in place?

Are audit results communicated to employees?

Notes/Comments on Sustainment Efforts

Safety

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Assess and address potential safety hazards within the work area, related to equipment, processes, and materials. Focus on prevention.

PPE Availability (Count of Required Items)

Hazard Identification - Confined Spaces?

Hazard Identification - Lockout/Tagout?

Describe any observed safety hazards.

Distance from moving equipment (feet)

Emergency Stop functionality?

Last Safety Training Date

Sanitation

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Ensure cleanliness and hygiene to prevent contamination and maintain a healthy work environment. Focus on food safety, if applicable.

Frequency of Cleaning (Days)

Areas Cleaned (Check all that apply)

Specific Cleaning Agents Used (List chemicals and concentrations)

Photos of Cleaning Procedure

Type of Waste Generated (Select best fit)

Last Sanitation Inspection Date

Any Issues/Corrective Actions Required

Pest Control Status

Standardized Work

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Document and adhere to established procedures for all tasks. Ensure consistency and efficiency in operations.

Is a current Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) available for this process?

Briefly describe the process being standardized.

Cycle time (minutes) – as per documented Standard.

Actual cycle time observed (minutes).

Is the standardized work instructions readily accessible to all personnel?

Upload a copy of the Standardized Work Instruction (SWI) document.

Describe any deviations from the standardized work process observed.

Is training provided and documented for this standardized work?

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