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VIP 5S Audit for Production

by Kevin James, from the Community

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This VIP 5S Audit for Production template helps teams assess workplace organization and efficiency across the five pillars of 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. It provides scored criteria for materials, tools, machines, visual controls, walkways, cleaning, procedures, training, and stock control, with space to attach photo evidence and comments. Use it to identify issues, document corrective actions, and maintain consistent standards on the production floor, supporting continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.

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Assess workplace organization and safety with this 5S production audit checklist. The form covers core 5S pillars—Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain—plus safety checks such as PPE, machine guarding, accessible fire equipment, and clear walkways. Verify tool and material locations, labeling, cleanliness, and compliance across workstations, aisles, and equipment. Use it to document issues, track corrective actions, and maintain consistent lean practices in manufacturing environments.
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Use this 5S manufacturing checklist to drive workplace organization, safety, and efficiency. Cover the 5S pillars—Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain—to remove unnecessary items, label and store tools, mark floors and work zones, identify hazards, and maintain clean, inspection-ready areas. Ideal for production lines, machine shops, warehouses, and maintenance spaces, the checklist supports lean practices and continuous improvement. With SafetyCulture, capture photo evidence, flag issues, assign corrective actions, and generate shareable reports to sustain 5S and improve audit readiness.
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This 5S audit template helps teams evaluate workplace organization and safety using the 5S pillars: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. Record findings by location with remarks, identify unsafe conditions, and track corrective actions. Use it to drive lean practices, reduce waste, and maintain a clean, efficient shop floor. Suitable for manufacturing and general operations.
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This 5S Audit Checklist helps supervisors and plant managers evaluate workplace organization and safety using the five 5S pillars: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. Use it for monthly or quarterly audits to verify that tools, equipment, and materials are properly identified, stored, and maintained; that floors, aisles, and emergency equipment are clearly marked and accessible; and that cleaning schedules, maintenance records, and previous audit actions are in place. The checklist supports corrective actions and continuous improvement across production and support areas.
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