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Cattron 6S Monthly Audit Checklist

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Conduct consistent 6S audits with this Cattron monthly checklist. Evaluate Safety, Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain across work areas. Score performance, document deficiencies and recommendations, and assign corrective actions. Use results to standardize practices, remove waste, and improve housekeeping, safety, and productivity.

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