5S System | Technique to improve Work quality in this blog we will study about 5S technique to improve productivity and quality of working culture. It is a systematic and rational approach to work place organization and methodical housekeeping with a sense of purpose.
In this blog we will read about
- 5S Objectives
- 5S Concept
- 5S Improtance
Main objectives
- Quality improvements
- Accent prevention
- Pollution Prevention
- Productivity improvement
- Cost reduction
- Energy conservation
- Downtime reduction
- Moral improvement
- Creativity improvement
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5S Concepts
1. Shorting out - SEIRI
2. Systematic arrangements - SEITON
3. Spin & Span - SEISO
4. Standardization - SEIKETUS
5. Self Discipline - SHITSUKE
1. Shorting out - SEIRI
Task - Keep usable things in. Remove non usable things.
How to do it?
- Remove all garbage and necessary tools from work place.
- Remove useless papers, Stationary from table or desk.
- Clean walkways
Result
- Area availability improvement.
- Items are easily available and easy to get it.
- Cost reduction of unnecessary purchase.
- Better material use.
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2. Systematic arrangements - SEITON
Task - Material arrangement in order.
How to do it.
- Ensure layout of arrangement. Items are kept in A B C D order, 1 2 3 order or any other order.
- Make 2 sections - 1. Daily use 2. Rarely used
- Decide place for items.
- Use - Labels for Identifications, Colour codes, File index, Records, Drawing for easy getting things.
- Install Racks, Shelves, Cabinet, Storage for easy placement of things.
Results
- Easy availability of material
- Lesser down time due to easy availability
- Faster handling of breakdowns.
- Minimum time for searching.
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3. Spin & Span - SEISO
Task - Cleaning of Work place
How to do it?
- Collect dust, papers, plastic, etc
- Make equipments & tools clean from Oil Grease, Dirt, Keep polishing colour.
- Develop standard of cleaning, Clear responsibility for each person, Make system of waste removal.
Result
- Clean view of object help in problem identification.
- Accident prevention, Product quality improvement.
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4. Standardization - SEIKETUS
Task - Working atmosphere hygiene improvement.
How to do it?
- Wear Neat Clean and protective uniform
- Maintain sufficient lighting, ventilation, exhaust.
- Maintain cleanness in office, washrooms, toilet, locker, rooms, canteen, kitchen.
- Minimize noise, heat, vibration, vibration, bad odor.
Result
- Moral improvement - ownership and pride improvement among employees.
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5. Self Discipline - SHITSUKE
Task - Maintain sincerely and consistency.
How to do it?
- Make Standards, Rules, Guidelines, Directory, Procedures, Developing actions. which are easily understandable and approachable.
- Conduct work audits, reviews.
- Training programs, Demonstration, mock drill should be carry
Result
- Nice and elevated feeling, employees involvement.
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Importance of 5S
When you implement 5S system properly it will gives you following results
- Clean working areas - No rejected items or unwanted items are lain inside working area.
- All items are kept in proper location / order.
- Mutual co=operation in keeping individuals and other area machinery, records.
- Following rules and regulations help in maintain required standard.
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