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5S Internal Audit Checklist

by Sayed Aboulela, from the Community

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.

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5S Internal Audit Checklist

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