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0 0 0 0
0 0 0 0
#DIV/0! #DIV/0! #DIV/0! #DIV/0!
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MINIMUM
ACCEPTABLE LEVEL
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2)
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6)
7)
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10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
Only the required spare parts, materials, WIP, etc. are present at the workstation.
Items not required to make the current product are removed from the workplace.
AREA:
SLIGHT EFFORT
4.5 (5)
Tools have a designated storage location that is within reach of the operator. The
location is properly labeled and tools can easily be identified if absent.
5S AUDIT CHECKLIST
OUTSTANDING
RESULTS (6 AUDITS)
3.5 (4)
The workplace layout accomodates easy exit in case of emergency.
Only the required paperwork is present at the workstation. Out-dated or otherwise
unnecessary posters, memos, announcements, reports, etc. are removed from the
workplace.
Only the required equipment is present at the workstation. All obsolete, broken or
unnecessary equipment, shelves, lockers, workbenches, etc. not required to make the
current product is removed from the workplace.
Only the required furniture is present at the workstation. All broken or unnecessary
chairs, shelves, lockers, workbenches, etc. not required to make the current product is
removed from the workplace.
Equipment is clearly identified (numbered, named, color coded, etc.) and placed in a
properly identified location. Critical maintenance points are clearly marked.
SCORE
MODERATE EFFORT
Total Score
# of Questions
Average Score #DIV/0!
1
ZERO EFFORT
TOTAL
0
0
#DIV/0!
ABOVE AVERAGE
RESULTS (3 AUDITS)
Only the required tools are present at the workstation. Items not required to make the
current product are removed from the workplace.
SORT ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS SCORE
SET IN ORDER
0
0
0
SCORING GUIDELINES
2
Stop switches and breakers are highly visible and located for easy access in case of
emergency.
Work areas requiring personal protective equipment are clearly labeled.
Fire hoses, fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment are prominently
Tripping dangers such as electrical cables, etc. are removed from standing/walking
SET IN ORDER ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
Furniture is clearly identified (numbered, named, color coded, etc.) and placed in a
5S AUDIT CHECKLIST
Walkways and vehicle paths are clearly identified and unobstructed. Exits are clearly
Working conditions are ergonomically friendly. Tools are stored at appropriate
heights, lift assist devices are provided where necessary, etc.
Locations for containers, boxes, bins, WIP, materials, etc. is clearly defined by
painted lines and properly labeled (part number, quantity, etc.).
Paperwork is properly labeled and has a clearly defined and labeled location that is
visible to the operators and away from work surfaces.
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MINIMUM
ACCEPTABLE LEVEL
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
36)
37)
38)
39)
40)
Documents are labeled clearly as to contents and responsibility for control and
revision. The date and revision number are clearly visible.
SCORE
SCORE
All cleaning equipment is neatly stored and is readily available when needed.
Areas for improvement identified during the previous audit have been completed.
Equipment maintenance records are visible and clearly state when maintenance last
occurred and when next maintenance is scheduled.
Paperwork is not torn, kept clean and protected from dirt.
Floors are free from dirt, debris, oil, parts, hardware, empty boxes, packaging
material, etc. Drains (if required) are properly located and unclogged.
Walls, partitions, railings, etc. are painted and kept clean.
There is a schedule showing times, frequency and responsibilities to clean areas of
the workplace such as windows, corners, walls, doors, top of cabinets, etc.
All operators, team leaders, supervisors, etc. are assigned 5S activities to be
completed at least once/week.
SUSTAIN ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
Time and resources are allocated to 5S activities (e.g. designated daily/weekly clean-
up time, 5S team leader, etc.)
Product waste (e.g. shavings, containers, liquids, wrappers, etc.) is consistently and
often cleaned up and removed from the workplace.
Recognition is given to teams who get involved in 5S activities.
5S Scoring Guidelines
The team took the initiative to make improvements to the workplace that were not
SCORE
Tools, equipment, paperwork, furniture, etc. are stored neatly in designated areas
All personal protective equipment is maintained in sanitary and reliable condition
1
The results of the previous audit are posted and clearly visible to the entire team.
A member of Management has participated in a 5S activity such as an audit or other
activity within the past 3 audit periods.
The work environment satisfies the requirements of the work being performed.
Lighting (brightness and color), air quality, temperature, etc.
SCORING GUIDELINES
0 2 3.5 (4) 4.5 (5)
OUTSTANDING
RESULTS (6 AUDITS)
SHINE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
Containers, boxes, bins, etc. are clean and not cracked, torn, or otherwise
damaged. They are neatly stacked.
ZERO EFFORT SLIGHT EFFORT MODERATE EFFORT ABOVE AVERAGE
RESULTS (3 AUDITS)
Tools are kept clean and in good working order. Where possible, tools are stored in a
Equipment safety concerns are clearly identified. Safety guards are painted, in good
STANDARDIZE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
Preventive measures have been implemented to ensure the workplace meets 5S
Work surfaces (machines, workbenches, dies, and other equipment including
electrical boxes) are clean and painted.
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SCORE
0
1
2
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
There has been no 5S activity in this work area
The level of 5S in the work area is world-class, a
showcase for the industry. 5S is fully
Sustained Above Average
Results (3 audits)
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION
Above Average Results
The level of 5S in the work area is excellent.
Although there is still room for improvement, the
workplace is becoming world-class.
Moderate Effort
Some attempts have been made to implement 5S,
but efforts are temporary and/or superficial.
After 3 consecutive scores of 3.5, a score of 4 may
be awarded.
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT DATE
Zero Effort
Slight Effort
Any 5S effort is probably the work of 1-2 people.
There is no organized effort and plenty of
The entire team is working on improving their 5S
implementation. Previous improvements are
Minimum Acceptable Level
After 6 consecutive scores of 4.5, a score of 5 may
be awarded.
Outstanding Results
Sustained Outstanding
Results (6 audits)
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5S AUDIT CHECKLIST
OUTSTANDING
RESULTS (6 AUDITS)
SCORE
TOTAL
0
0
#DIV/0!
SCORE
SCORING GUIDELINES
5S AUDIT CHECKLIST
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SCORE
SCORE
5S Scoring Guidelines
SCORE
SCORING GUIDELINES
4.5 (5)
OUTSTANDING
RESULTS (6 AUDITS)
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11 7 1 5
6 8 4 5
1.8 0.9 0.3 1.0
3
MINIMUM
ACCEPTABLE LEVEL
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)
13)
14)
15)
16)
17)
Tripping dangers such as electrical cables, etc. are removed from standing/walking
areas.
Fire hoses, fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment are prominently
displayed and are unobstructed.
0
SET IN ORDER
9
11
Locations for containers, boxes, bins, WIP, materials, etc. is clearly defined by
painted lines and properly labeled (part number, quantity, etc.).
0
SCORING GUIDELINES
2
1
TOTAL
33
34
1.0
2
MODERATE EFFORT
1
Total Score
# of Questions
Average Score 0.8
Only the required furniture is present at the workstation. All broken or unnecessary
chairs, shelves, lockers, workbenches, etc. not required to make the current product is
removed from the workplace.
1
Furniture is clearly identified (numbered, named, color coded, etc.) and placed in a
properly identified location.
0
1
2
Stop switches and breakers are highly visible and located for easy access in case of
emergency.
0
1
5S AUDIT CHECKLIST
SCORE
Walkways and vehicle paths are clearly identified and unobstructed. Exits are clearly
labeled and unobstructed.
Only the required paperwork is present at the workstation. Out-dated or otherwise
unnecessary posters, memos, announcements, reports, etc. are removed from the
workplace.
Only the required equipment is present at the workstation. All obsolete, broken or
unnecessary equipment, shelves, lockers, workbenches, etc. not required to make the
current product is removed from the workplace.
4
SET IN ORDER ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
2
The workplace layout accomodates easy exit in case of emergency.
Work areas requiring personal protective equipment are clearly labeled.
2
AREA:
SLIGHT EFFORT
4.5 (5)
OUTSTANDING
RESULTS (6 AUDITS)
3.5 (4)
ABOVE AVERAGE
RESULTS (3 AUDITS)
1
10-Jul-06 Work Area
Only the required spare parts, materials, WIP, etc. are present at the workstation.
Items not required to make the current product are removed from the workplace.
Tools have a designated storage location that is within reach of the operator. The
location is properly labeled and tools can easily be identified if absent.
Equipment is clearly identified (numbered, named, color coded, etc.) and placed in a
properly identified location. Critical maintenance points are clearly marked.
Paperwork is properly labeled and has a clearly defined and labeled location that is
visible to the operators and away from work surfaces.
0
0
Only the required tools are present at the workstation. Items not required to make the
current product are removed from the workplace.
SORT ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS SCORE
ZERO EFFORT
Working conditions are ergonomically friendly. Tools are stored at appropriate
heights, lift assist devices are provided where necessary, etc.
1
2
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MINIMUM
ACCEPTABLE LEVEL
18)
19)
20)
21)
22)
23)
24)
25)
26)
27)
28)
29)
30)
31)
32)
33)
34)
35)
36)
37)
38)
39)
40)
ABOVE AVERAGE
RESULTS (3 AUDITS)
OUTSTANDING
RESULTS (6 AUDITS)
Equipment safety concerns are clearly identified. Safety guards are painted, in good
working condition and provide adequate protection.
Tools are kept clean and in good working order. Where possible, tools are stored in a
manner to keep them clean and free from risk of damage.
2
Containers, boxes, bins, etc. are clean and not cracked, torn, or otherwise
damaged. They are neatly stacked.
Tools, equipment, paperwork, furniture, etc. are stored neatly in designated areas
and are returned immediately after each use.
0
1
Recognition is given to teams who get involved in 5S activities.
Areas for improvement identified during the previous audit have been completed.
A member of Management has participated in a 5S activity such as an audit or other
activity within the past 3 audit periods.
Paperwork is not torn, kept clean and protected from dirt. N/A
SLIGHT EFFORT MODERATE EFFORT
Walls, partitions, railings, etc. are painted and kept clean. 1
5S AUDIT CHECKLIST
SCORING GUIDELINES
0 1 2 3.5 (4) 4.5 (5)
ZERO EFFORT
Preventive measures have been implemented to ensure the workplace meets 5S
guidelines (e.g. systems that do not allow waste to accumulate such as containers to
collect product debris from machines).
STANDARDIZE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
The results of the previous audit are posted and clearly visible to the entire team. N/A
SHINE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS SCORE
Equipment maintenance records are visible and clearly state when maintenance last
occurred and when next maintenance is scheduled.
Product waste (e.g. shavings, containers, liquids, wrappers, etc.) is consistently and
often cleaned up and removed from the workplace.
All personal protective equipment is maintained in sanitary and reliable condition
and is properly stored in a easily accessible and labeled location when not in use.
N/A
0
SCORE
The team took the initiative to make improvements to the workplace that were not
identified during the last 5S audit.
1
All operators, team leaders, supervisors, etc. are assigned 5S activities to be
completed at least once/week.
SUSTAIN ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONS
The work environment satisfies the requirements of the work being performed.
Lighting (brightness and color), air quality, temperature, etc.
0
2
SCORE
1
0
N/A
There is a schedule showing times, frequency and responsibilities to clean areas of
the workplace such as windows, corners, walls, doors, top of cabinets, etc.
All cleaning equipment is neatly stored and is readily available when needed.
0
N/A
Time and resources are allocated to 5S activities (e.g. designated daily/weekly clean-
up time, 5S team leader, etc.)
1
1
2
N/A
0
Documents are labeled clearly as to contents and responsibility for control and
revision. The date and revision number are clearly visible.
0
Floors are free from dirt, debris, oil, parts, hardware, empty boxes, packaging
material, etc. Drains (if required) are properly located and unclogged.
Work surfaces (machines, workbenches, dies, and other equipment including
electrical boxes) are clean and painted.
1
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SCORE
0
1
2
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
The entire team is working on improving their 5S
implementation. Previous improvements are
becoming standardized.
CATEGORY
Zero Effort
DESCRIPTION
There has been no 5S activity in this work area
related to this criteria.
The level of 5S in the work area is excellent.
Although there is still room for improvement, the
workplace is becoming world-class.
Some attempts have been made to implement 5S,
but efforts are temporary and/or superficial.
Moderate Effort
Slight Effort
After 3 consecutive scores of 3.5, a score of 4 may
be awarded.
Above Average Results
Minimum Acceptable Level
Any 5S effort is probably the work of 1-2 people.
There is no organized effort and plenty of
opportunity for improvement.
Sustained Outstanding
Results (6 audits)
The level of 5S in the work area is world-class, a
showcase for the industry. 5S is fully
institutionalized in the workplace.
Sustained Above Average
Results (3 audits)
Outstanding Results
DATE AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT
After 6 consecutive scores of 4.5, a score of 5 may
be awarded.
5S Scoring Guidelines
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0.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
SORT
SET IN ORDER
SHINE
STANDARDIZE
SUSTAIN
Work Area - 5S Results