Manufacturing 5S Workplace Organization Audit Checklist
Comprehensive 5S workplace organization audit checklist for manufacturing lean initiatives.
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Frequency: Weekly/Monthly
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: 5S Coordinator/Supervisor
- Total Items: 23
- Compliance: Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System
Sort (Seiri)
Remove unnecessary items
- Only necessary items in the area?
- Red tag items removed or actioned?
Set in Order (Seiton)
A place for everything
- Items have designated locations?
- Visual controls in place (labels, outlines)?
Shine (Seiso)
Clean and inspect
- Work area clean?
- Equipment clean?
Standardize (Seiketsu)
Standards established
- 5S standards posted?
- Standards being followed?
Sustain (Shitsuke)
Maintain the discipline
- Regular audits conducted?
- Continuous improvement evident?
Machine Guarding
OSHA 1910 Subpart O
- Machine guards in place?
- E-stop buttons tested?
- Safety interlocks functional?
- Light curtains operational?
Chemical Safety
OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom
- SDS sheets available?
- Containers labeled?
- Secondary containment?
Ergonomics
Ergonomic assessment
- Workstation heights OK?
- Lifting aids available?
- Anti-fatigue mats present?
Quality Control
Product quality
- Tools calibrated?
- Defect rate acceptable?
- First article approved?
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Why Use This Manufacturing 5S Workplace Organization Audit Checklist?
This manufacturing 5s workplace organization audit checklist helps manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for 5s coordinator/supervisor professionals, this checklist covers 23 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: weekly/monthly.
Ensures compliance with Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Manufacturing 5S Workplace Organization Audit Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 23 inspection items across 9 sections: Sort (Seiri), Set in Order (Seiton), Shine (Seiso), Standardize (Seiketsu), Sustain (Shitsuke), Machine Guarding, Chemical Safety, Ergonomics, Quality Control. It is designed for manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed weekly/monthly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Manufacturing 5S Workplace Organization Audit Checklist?
This checklist is designed for 5S Coordinator/Supervisor professionals in the manufacturing industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.