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Denition of Terms
5S Audit Form: A scoring system used to rate the level of sustaining and as a
guideline for continuous improvement.
5S Tracking Sheet: A visual document posted in high-trafc areas that displays
the scores from the 5S Audit Sheet.
5S and the Visual Workplace: Lean implementation concept of creating a
highly organized work environment where everything has a place. Labels,
designations, paint, signage are examples used to create the visual workplace.
Daily Walkthrough: Performed after the end-of-day cleanup, the walkthrough
is conducted by a supervisor or worker to verify the cleanup is complete.
Defects: Mistakes made in the pr ...