Lean: 5S Workplace Organization

5S, an acronym for "sort, set-in-order, shine, standardize, sustain", is a simple yet powerful method for transforming the physical workspace. Audience This interactive multimedia learning program is intended for managers, operators, technicians, engineers, and trainers.5S, an acronym for "sort, set-in-order, shine, standardize, sustain", is a simple yet powerful method for transforming the physical workspace. Objectives The objectives of this course are for the participant to: - Understand the origin, structure, and benefits of 5S. - Describe the sorting process. - Understand the "red-tag" method used to identify and remove unnecessary material from the workplace. - Explain the necessary processes to improve access to materials and equipment. - Explain the role of cleaning in maintaining quality and throughput. - Understand the creation and use of procedures, practices, policies, and job aids associated with the 5S activities. - Describe the roles and functions of management and contributors to the ongoing monitoring of, and improvements to, the 5S process. Qualification and Certification Testing LearnTech® training incorporates interactive learning checks throughout the instructional sequences. Certification tests are criterion-referenced and module-based with feedback on every response for enhanced learning. Administrative access to dates and scores of tests, certifications, and re-certifications is compliant with ISO quality-standards requirements. ISBN 0-9736935-0-9 Course offered in English or Chinese (simplified or Traditional Mandarin) Using the Course - This course is designed to allow participants to learn at a convenient time, and at their own pace. You are free to pursue the course when and where you wish. You will require a broadband Internet connection, and a standard Internet browser with flash plugin. - The course modules are listed in the most logical order for you to follow. However you can take the course modules in any order you wish. - You are licensed to use this course for one year. This means that even after you have completed the course it is still available for review purposes. In review mode you can arrow forward and back through the course material to quickly locate specific content for reference, review, or further study. - Course qualification testing is available. In addition, you can re-take any test if you are not satisfied with your initial result. We recommend: - Take the course and complete all modules. - Take the course test. - Make notes while taking the test to highlight content that proves difficult. - Review the course with additional study of this difficult content. - Retake the test to demonstrate your mastery of the content. Following this process helps you to achieve greater learning and a more accurate test assessment. Course Times The time to complete the course will vary depending on prior knowledge, learning style, and individual differences. The more study and review, the greater the knowledge and understanding, and the higher your mastery test scores. Plan your time accordingly.