5S System - Sustain
Introduction to the 5S's
SUSTAIN
The final step is to continue training and maintaining
the standards. Have a formal system for monitoring
the results of your 5S program.
Don't expect that you can clean up, get things organized
and labeled, and ask people to clean and inspect their areas
every day -- and then have everything continue to happen without
any follow-up.
Continue to educate people about maintaining standards. When
changes occur--such as the installation of new equipment,
introduction of new products, or new work rules--that will
effect your Five S program, make adjustments to accommodate
those changes and provide employees with training that covers
the changes.
Think of this step as sustaining the benefits
you are getting from your Five S program.
The steps in 5S are: Sorting -
Systematic Organization - Shine
- Standardize - Sustain |
