OFFICE SAFETY

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5S
• 5S is a philosophy
and a way of
organizing and
managing the 5S
workspace by
eliminating waste.
Seiri - Sorting
• Put things in order -remove what is not
needed and keep what is needed
– Targets excess inventory, obsolete items,
quality defects, unneeded tools/equipment
– Will use red tags, local and central red tag
holding areas; Account for discarded items
– Take before and after pictures
Seiton – Systematic Arrangement
• Proper Arrangement -Place things in such a
way that they can be easily reached
whenever they are needed
– Consider motion economy
– Use painting, outlining and signboard
strategies, Visual 5S
Seiso – Spic & Span
• Clean-keep things clean and polished; no
trash or dirt in the workplace
– Create 5S schedules for painting
– Must create cleaning inspection checklists
– Create current and future shine targets
Seiketsu - Standardize
• Purity-Maintain cleanliness after cleaning -
perpetual cleaning
– Prevention steps for clutter-suspension,
incorporation, elimination
– Integrate 3S duties into regular work with
5S job cycle charts, 5 minute 5S, visual 5S
activities
Shitsuke – Self Discipline
• Commitment
– Must create the conditions to support 5S
– Allocate time
– Create awareness
– Provide a structure
– Show support
– Offer rewards and recognition
– Encourage training/participation