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Introduction to 5S

  • Evolution from Henry Ford's CANDO to the Toyota Production System.
  • 5S as the foundational step in Lean and continuous improvement.
  • Contemporary applications in manufacturing, offices, and digital workplaces.

Identifying Waste and Organising the Workplace

  • Understanding the 8 types of waste in Lean methodology.
  • How waste manifests and its associated hidden costs.
  • Connecting 5S to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

The 5S Steps

  • Sort: Red-tagging, decluttering, and practical exercises.
  • Set in Order: Visual management, labelling, and digital organisation.
  • Shine: Cleaning as inspection and preventive maintenance.
  • Standardize: Establishing visual standards, SOPs, and digital templates.
  • Sustain: Building habits, conducting audits, and leadership involvement.

Beyond 5S: Enhancing Safety and Sustainability

  • The sixth S – Safety: Minimising accidents and risks.
  • The seventh S – Sustainability: Integrating green practices.
  • Aligning 5S with ESG and compliance frameworks.

Tools and Techniques

  • Utilising checklists, audits, and scorecards.
  • Applying 5S in digital and hybrid work environments.
  • Leveraging technology support: mobile apps and digital dashboards.

Implementation and Success Factors

  • Developing a comprehensive 5S action plan.
  • Key success factors for long-term adoption.
  • Change management and securing leadership buy-in.

Practical Exercises and Case Studies

  • Hands-on simulations for each S step.
  • Real-world examples from manufacturing, services, and office contexts.
  • Group activity: Designing a 5S implementation roadmap.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • There are no specific prerequisites for attending this course.

Target Audience

  • Lean advocates and change management agents.
  • Operational leaders and managers.
  • Professionals working in manufacturing, service, and office settings.
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