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5S Audit Checklist for Factory Areas

by Kim Blevins, from the Community

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Use this 5S audit checklist to assess and improve factory areas using the five pillars of Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain. The template prompts checks for PPE, documents, floors and aisles, cleaning equipment, tools and fixtures, part containers and personal items. It covers labeling, footprinting, emergency access, visual aids, WIP and inventory controls, cleanliness of workstations, machines, storage and tool boards, and verification of pull systems and safety and quality controls. Standardization items help prevent clutter and dirt from returning, while sustain items confirm regular audits, timely countermeasures, visual control and staff understanding of 5S objectives. Ideal for continuous improvement, safety, quality and efficiency.

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5S Audit for Factory Areas
Use this 5S audit checklist to evaluate factory areas across the five pillars: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. Inspect PPE, documents, floors and aisles, cleaning equipment, tools, containers, personal items, and WIP inventory. Verify footprinting and labeling, emergency access, and clear visual controls. Check cleanliness of workstations, tooling, storage, and cabinets, then confirm standardization measures prevent clutter and recurrence. Finally, review audit cadence, countermeasures, and team understanding to sustain 5S. Identify issues, assign actions, and improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
by Darren Cook, from the Community
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5S Internal Audit Checklist
Use this 5S internal audit to systematically evaluate workplace organization and discipline across the five pillars: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. Verify removal of unnecessary items, clear aisles and storage limits, equipment cleanliness, visibility of procedures and standards, and control of materials. Check training completion, daily 5S duties, availability of job aids, and regular inspections. Improve safety, quality, and efficiency with actionable findings.
by Sayed Aboulela, from the Community
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Sanford 5S Audit Checklist
This Sanford 5S audit checklist helps teams implement and sustain the five pillars of 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. Use it to identify unneeded items, organize tools and materials, mark aisleways and workstations, and keep floors, equipment, and signage clean. The checklist prompts verification of accessible cleaning materials, clear labels and limits, and the availability of standards and job aids. It also tracks training completion, frequency of daily 5S activities and inspections, and any safety hazards such as water, oil, chemicals, or machinery risks. Ideal for manufacturing and operations environments looking to improve organization, safety, and efficiency.
by Ben Harman, from the Community
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TPG Bakewell 5S Audit
This TPG Bakewell 5S Audit template helps teams assess factory areas against the five pillars of 5S. Verify clutter is removed, PPE is appropriate, tools and containers are necessary, and floors and aisles are clear. Check labeling, footprints, emergency equipment access, documentation, tool boards, and inventory and WIP limits. Confirm cleaning standards, visual controls, and countermeasures are in place and sustained with regular audits so workstations remain organized and safe.
by Mario Olmos, from the Community
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