Answers:
The 5Ss are as follows:
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Sort/segregate
– Remove all items not needed for current production operations. Leave only the
bare essentials: When in doubt, throw it out. Space, time, money, energy, and
other resources can be managed and used most effectively. Reduces problems and
annoyances in the work flow. Improves communication between workers. Increases
product quality. Enhances productivity.
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Simplify/straighten
– Arrange and use analysis tools to improve the work flow and reduce wasted
motion. Consider long-run and short-run ergonomic issues. Label and display for
easy use only what is needed in the immediate work area.
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Shine/sweep
– Clean daily; eliminate all forms of dirt, contamination, and clutter from the
work area.
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Standardise
– Remove variations from the process by developing standard operating
procedures and checklists; develop good standards. Standardise equipment and
tooling so that cross-training time and cost are reduced. Training and
retraining the work team eliminate deviations.
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Sustain/self-discipline
– Making a habit of properly maintaining correct procedures. Instill discipline
necessary to avoid backsliding. Consequences of not keeping to the course of
action greater than consequences of keeping to it.