Preparing for Implementation
Obtain existing standards for color
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coding and
signage
Decide on 5S color
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coding and signage standards
Prepare for Sorting
Prepare for Simplifying
Prepare for Systematic Cleaning
Prepare for Standardizing
Prepare for Sustaining
Summary: Implementing Five S’s
Share 5S Overview
Choose work area implementation group
Determine implementation targets, activities, and
schedules
Document current situation
Apply 5S’s
Document improvements
Determine new improvement goals and action
stepsIssues and Concerns
Communicating across shifts
Disposing of, or moving, personal item