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Run: 5S Workplace Audit

Use this 5S Workplace Audit template to inspect Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain with photo evidence and clear corrective actions. It help...

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Sort

Workstation contains only items required for current operations; excess inventory, unused tools, and obsolete materials are not stored in the active work zone.
Unneeded items are marked, separated, and staged in a designated red-tag or hold area pending disposition.
Waste streams are not accumulating in aisles, under benches, or at equipment bases.
Inactive equipment, duplicate supplies, and surplus items do not block access, movement, or normal operations.
Area status, hold locations, or disposition labels are visible and understood by employees working in the area.

Set in Order

Frequently used items are stored in clearly defined, assigned locations that support quick retrieval and return.
Shelves, bins, racks, shadow boards, and floor locations are labeled so users can identify where items belong.
Walking paths, emergency exits, electrical panels, and equipment access points remain clear and usable.
Floor markings, outlines, signs, or shadow boards are present where needed to guide proper storage and placement.
Frequently used items are located near the point of use to minimize motion, searching, and handling.

Shine

Benches, machines, carts, and surrounding surfaces are free of dust, dirt, debris, and buildup.
Floor conditions do not present slip, trip, or fall hazards; any spills are cleaned promptly and controlled.
Inspect for oil, coolant, air, water, or material leaks, damaged guards, loose parts, or unusual wear conditions.
Appropriate cleaning tools, absorbents, and waste containers are available to support routine housekeeping.
Assigned cleaning tasks, schedules, or ownership indicators are posted or otherwise visible to users of the area.

Standardize

Current 5S standards, work instructions, or visual standards are accessible to the team and reflect the current process.
Labels, bin identifiers, and storage markings follow a consistent format across the area.
Routine 5S activities are assigned, dated, and tracked so completion can be verified.
Comparable stations or zones use the same layout, labeling, and housekeeping conventions where applicable.
Temporary changes, exceptions, or local deviations are documented with ownership and approval where required.

Sustain

Prior audit findings, scores, or action logs are visible and current for the area being inspected.
Any outstanding 5S deficiencies have assigned owners, target dates, and documented follow-up status.
Team members can explain where items belong, how the area is maintained, and how issues are escalated.
Repeat findings are analyzed and corrective actions are in place to prevent recurrence.
The area has documented opportunities for further improvement, such as layout changes, labeling upgrades, or workflow simplification.

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