Adding Value
in Totality
Thru
Lean Training, Lean
Workshops & Lean Counseling
Lean 5S
The 5S philosophy focuses on effective workplace organization and standard work procedures. It is based on five Japanese words that begin with S. This document contains a translation of those words and their corresponding meanings in values into the English language.5S programs have been implanted in organizations and the world as a way to improve production values while also improving employee morale and safety.
The 5S philosophy may be applied to most workplace scenario in a short period of time due to its simple nature. However, we are aware that most every organization has specific needs. If you have questions about how Lean Kaizen Consultants can assist you as you implement your 5S program, please feel free to contact us.
Lean 5S – Chart
The ‘S’
Meaning (Japanese)
(What is involved)
Objective / Results
1 ‘S’
Sorting Out (SEIRI)
Segregate necessary from unnecessary
Remove what is not required
Decide on frequency of sorting
Saving and Recovering Space
2’S’
Spic and Span (SEISO)
Arranging in order
A place for everything and every useful thing in it’s place – Tip Top condition
Minimizing search time
De-cluttering the workplace
3’S’
Spic and Span (SEISO)
Clearing the
workplace / equipment
Ensuring – Tip Top condition
Inspecting for problems
Taking corrective actions, faster
4’S’
Standardization
(SEIKETSU)
Working methodology (procedures and work instructions)
