The 5S System: Workplace Scan and Sort

An uncluttered, well-organized, and understandable workplace is an essential foundation for lean, low-inventory production. The 5S System is a systematic approach that organizes and standardizes the workplace. This interactive online course is the second of a four part series that teaches you how to complete a workplace scan and how to define a target area for improvement. You will learn how to remove excess and unnecessary items through the Red Tag Technique. You will also learn about the first step in the 5S system: Sort.

• List the key ways to organize a core implementation team
• Identify the 5 basic elements of the workplace scan
• Define the first step in the 5S System: Sort
• Explain the benefits of the Red Tag Technique