5S

Course Duration:

1 Day (6-8 Hours) or 2 Half-Day Sessions

Target Audience:

Employees, Supervisors, Managers, and anyone involved in workplace improvement

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will:

1. Understand the concept and benefits of 5S.
2. Learn how each step of 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) contributes to workplace efficiency.
3. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement 5S in their workplace.
4. Develop skills to identify and eliminate waste through 5S principles.
5. Learn how to maintain and continuously improve a 5S workplace.

Learning Outcomes:

Participants will be able to:
✅ Define and explain each 5S principle and its importance.
✅ Conduct a 5S workplace assessment and identify areas for improvement.
✅ Apply sorting techniques to remove unnecessary items.
✅ Organize tools, materials, and equipment for efficiency and safety.
✅ Implement cleaning and maintenance strategies for workplace order.
✅ Develop standard procedures to sustain the 5S methodology.
✅ Encourage a culture of discipline and continuous improvement within their teams.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to 5S

• What is 5S?
• History and Origin (Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System)
• The Importance of Workplace Organization
• Benefits of 5S in Productivity, Safety & Efficiency

Module 2: The 5S Methodology in Detail

1. Sort (Seiri) – Eliminating unnecessary items
   • Red-tagging method
   • Identifying and removing waste
2. Set in Order (Seiton) – Organizing tools & materials for easy access
   • Layout optimization & visual management
   • Shadow boards, labeling, and signage
3. Shine (Seiso) – Cleaning and inspection
   • Preventative maintenance
   • Assigning cleaning responsibilities
4. Standardize (Seiketsu) – Creating sustainable routines
   • Checklists and visual controls
   • Documenting best practices
5. Sustain (Shitsuke) – Maintaining discipline and continuous improvement
   • Developing habits & regular audits
   • Leadership and employee engagement

Module 3: Practical 5S Implementation

• Step-by-step guide for workplace transformation
• Case studies of successful 5S applications
• Common challenges & how to overcome them

Module 4: Hands-on Workshop & Assessment

• Conducting a 5S audit in a real or simulated environment
• Creating an action plan for 5S implementation
• Group discussions & feedback

Training Methodology:

✅ Interactive Lectures – Concepts, principles & real-world examples
✅ Case Studies – Industry-specific examples of successful 5S applications
✅ Group Activities – Discussions, brainstorming & problem-solving exercises
✅ Hands-on Workshop – Practical application in a simulated or real workspace
✅ Assessments & Feedback – Quizzes, exercises & action plans for workplace application