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Sort

Obsolete, damaged, or excess materials are identified and removed from active storage areas critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Note (optional)

Red-tagged items are segregated in a designated holding area critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

A clear process exists for disposition of scrap, returns, and quarantined items

Yes No N/A

Aisles, dock doors, and work zones are free of unneeded pallets, packaging, and debris critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Inventory in active locations matches the intended storage plan

Yes No N/A

Set in Order

Locations are clearly labeled and visible from the normal approach path critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Floor markings, rack labels, and aisle identifiers are intact and legible

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Frequently used tools and supplies are stored in designated point-of-use locations

Yes No N/A

Pallets, carts, and equipment do not block emergency exits, electrical panels, or fire protection equipment critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Storage heights and stacking practices are stable and within site rules critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Shine

Floors are clean, dry, and free of slip, trip, and fall hazards critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Spills, leaks, and residue are cleaned promptly and documented when needed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Racks, shelving, and equipment surfaces are free of dust, dirt, and product buildup

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Trash, shrink wrap, banding, and packaging waste are removed from work areas

Yes No N/A

Cleaning tools and supplies are available, stored properly, and in usable condition

Yes No N/A

Standardize

Current 5S standards or SOPs are posted or readily available to employees

Yes No N/A

Visual standards for labeling, marking, and storage are consistent across the area

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Audit checklists and inspection frequency are defined and being followed

Yes No N/A

Corrective actions from prior audits are closed on time with evidence critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

New or changed processes have been updated in the visual standard or work instruction

Yes No N/A

Sustain

Employees can explain their area responsibilities for maintaining 5S

Yes No N/A

5S training or refresher training has been completed for relevant personnel

Yes No N/A

Area ownership and escalation paths for deficiencies are defined

Yes No N/A

Trend of repeat deficiencies shows improvement over time

Inspector notes key findings and attaches photos for significant deficiencies

Note (optional)

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Run: Warehouse 5S Audit

Sort

Set in Order

Shine

Standardize

Sustain

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