5S Checklist for Manufacturing Unit

A 5S checklist for manufacturing includes steps for sorting, setting in order, shining, standardizing, and sustaining. The 5S method is an organizational tool to keep a workplace clean, safe, and efficient. 

S1 - Sort		✅⚡❎
1.	No unnecessary items are left or stored in the workplace.	□
2.	All machines and pieces of equipment are in regular use.	□
3.	All tools, fixtures and fittings are in regular use.	□
4.	Storage area is defined to store broken, unusable or occasionally used items.	□
5.	Standards for eliminating unnecessary items exist and are being followed.	□
S2 - Set in Order		✅⚡❎
6.	Locations of tools and equipment are clear and well organized.	□
7.	Locations of materials and products are clear and well organized.	□
8.	Labels exist to indicate locations, containers, boxes, shelves and stored items.	□
9.	Evidence of inventory control exists (i.e. Kanban cards, FIFO, minimum/maximum, etc.).	□
10.	Dividing lines are clearly identified and clean as per standard.	□
11.	Safety equipment and supplies are clear and in good condition.	□
S3 - Shining		✅⚡❎
12.	Floors, walls, ceilings and pipework are in good condition and free from dirt and dust.	□
13.	Racks, cabinets and shelves are kept clean.	□
14.	Machines, equipment and tools are kept clean.	□
15.	Stored items, materials and products are kept clean.	□
16.	Lighting is enough and all lighting is free from dust.	□
17.	Good movement of air exists through the room (to limit the spread of viruses).	□
18.	Pest control exists and effective.	□
19.	Cleaning tools and materials are easily accessible.	□
20.	Cleaning assignments are defined and are being followed.	□
S4 - Standardize		✅⚡❎
21.	Information displays, signs, color coding and other markings are established.	□
22.	Procedures for maintaining the first three S's are being displayed.	□
23.	5S checklists, schedules and routines are defined and being used.	□
24.	Everyone knows his responsibilities, when and how.	□
25.	Regular audits are carried out using checklists and measures.	□
S5 - Sustain		✅⚡❎
26.	5S seems to be the way of life rather than just a routine.	□
27.	Success stories are being displayed (i.e. before and after pictures).	□
28.	Rewards and recognition is part of the 5S system.	□