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5S Audit Checklist for General Areas

by Veniamin Netrebko, from the Community

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Use this 5S audit checklist to evaluate general areas across your facility. Assess prior findings, ownership, daily walkthroughs, documentation, storage and labeling, housekeeping, visual controls, access and signage, cleaning schedules, and availability of cleaning tools. Confirm staff awareness of procedures and capture corrective actions. This template helps standardize inspections, improve workplace organization, and sustain a culture of cleanliness and safety.

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