5S

This tutorial explains how a 5S program can improve a work environment to improve visibility, which in turn improves productivity, safety, cycle time, and quality.  The paper provides a detailed description of each of five steps, the benefits of a 5S program, and how to implement a 5S program.  The paper also provides an example for a crash cart in a clinic.  The appendix presents a scorecard for a 5S audit.  (10 pages)