First set of question
for “sort” outlined sorting of equipment, spare parts, tools,
aspects of visual control and existence of obsolete inventory
(with red tags) including written standards and documents.
Second set of questions for “set in order” highlighted existence of location indicators for shelves and storage areas,
item indicators and various signboards, quantity indicators,
demarcation and inventory areas and arrangement of jigs
and tools. “Shine” set of questions emphasized cleanliness
of floors, machines, work surfaces, cleaning responsibilities
and habitual cleanliness. Fourth set of questions for “standardize” highlighted use of 5S documents and visual standards of the maintenance area as well as improvement ideas
and plans. Set of “sustain” questions, highlighted overall
evaluation in light of awareness of workers, storage of all
elements (tools, equipment, and parts)