Meaning of 5S

Aizell A. Bernal

BSBA 3

HRM 1

Ms. L. PlacidoConcept of 5S and Office Management

Introduction 5S is the name of a workplace organization method that uses a list of five Japanese words. It was translated into English words that all star ted with letter S. The list describes how to organize a work space for efficiency and effectiveness by identifying and storing the items used, maintaining the area and items, and sustaining the new order.

The Origin of 5S 5S was developed in Japan. It was first heard of as one of the techniques that enabled what was then termed 'Just in Time Manufacturing'. 5S was developed byHiroyuki Hirano within his overall approach to production systems. Hirano provided a structure for improvement programs. He pointed out a series of identifiable steps, each building on its predecessor.

5S

Seiri Sorting OutHelps work area tidy, improves searching and fetching efficiency, and generally clears much space.

Seiton Systematic ArrangementThere should be a place for everything and everything should be in its place. The place for each item should be clearly indicated.

Seiso Spic and SpanCleanliness is also helpful to notice damages on equipment such as leaks, breakage and misalignment.

Seiketsu - StandardizingOnce the first three S have been implemented, it should set as a standard so to keep these good practice work area.

Shitsuke Self-discipline Finally, to keep first 4S alive, it is necessary to educate people to maintain standards. By setting up a formal system, with display of results, follow-up, the now complete 5S.

KaizenIt is a Japanese word constructed from two ideographs, the first of which represents change and the second goodness or virtue. Kaizen is commonly used to indicate the long-tem betterment of something or someone as in the phrase Seiketsu or kaizen suru which means to better ones life.

Additional 5S SafetyA sixth phase, "Safety", is sometimes added. There is debate over whether including this sixth "S" promotes safety by stating this value explicitly, or if a comprehensive safety program is undermined when it is relegated to a single item in an efficiency-focused business methodology.

Additional 5SSecurity A seventh phase, "Security", can also be added. To leverage security as an investment rather than an expense, the seventh "S" identifies and addresses risks to key business categories including fixed assets, material, human capital, brand equity, intellectual property, information technology, assets-in-transit and the extended supply chain.

Additional 5S SatisfactionAn eight phase, "Satisfaction", can be included. Employee Satisfaction and engagement in continuous improvement activities ensures the improvements will be sustained and improved upon.

Benefits of 5S SystemImproved qualityAchieve work standardizationDecreased changeover timeImproved safetyReduced storage costsReduced cycle timeReduced machine down timeBoost employee morale as well as work environmentHelps to quickly identify the root cause of a problem.Helps to determine the relationship between root causes of a problem.Can be learned quickly and does not require statistical analysis to be used.

Cost saving5S reduces the wastages of tools and materials.It cuts down time spent for ordering and saves time for productive works; 5S is also time keeper.It can be reduced production time and prevent late delivery.It contributes positively to safety.It establishes spacious, comfortable and visually excellent work place.It requires faithful compliance to ruling.Passage ways are clearly defined, preventing disorderliness of flow.StandardizationIt requires everyone to follow procedure ruling to execute his duty.It makes procedure clear.5S standardization stabilizes process work, quality and cost.It promotes work satisfaction and work moral.It provides a clean, bright work environment.Thank You!