What is the specific content of 5S management?

The specific content of 5S management refers to the five Japanese words SEIRI (organizing), SEITON (organizing), SEISO (cleaning), SEIKETSU (cleaning), and SHITSUKE (literacy). Because the five words in front of The pronunciation is S, so its management model is called 5S management.

1. SEIRI-Organization

Definition: Distinguish between necessary and unnecessary things. Do not place anything aside from things that are needed in the workplace. A rough rule of thumb is to remove anything that is not needed within the next 30 days.

Purpose: to free up "space" and make full use of it.

2. SEITON-Reorganization

Definition: The required things are placed neatly according to the prescribed position and method, the quantity is clear, and the label is clear, which achieves the "three determinations": naming and quantification ,position.

Purpose: Don’t waste "time" looking for things.

3. SEISO-Cleaning

Definition: Remove dirt in the workplace and prevent the occurrence of pollution.

Purpose: to eliminate "dirt" and keep the workplace clean and bright.

4. SEIKETSU-Clean

Definition: Institutionalize and standardize the above 3S implementation practices and maintain their results.

Purpose: Sustain results through institutionalization.

5. SHITSUKE-Quality

Definition: Cultivate civilized and polite habits, act in accordance with regulations, and develop good working habits.

Purpose: To improve "human quality" and become a person who is serious about any work.

Extended information

The origin of 5S management

In 1955, Japan’s 5S slogan was “Safety begins with rectification and ends with rectification.” At that time, it was only The first 2S was implemented for the sole purpose of ensuring working space and safety. Later, due to the needs of production control and quality control, the subsequent 3S, namely "sweeping", "cleaning" and "cultivation", was gradually proposed to make its application space and The scope of application is further expanded.

In 1986, the first 5S book was published, which had a huge impact on the entire on-site management model and set off a 5S craze. Japanese companies regard the 5S movement as the basis of work management and implement various quality management techniques. After World War II, product quality improved rapidly, establishing Japan's status as an economic power.

The most famous one in Japan is the 5S activity promoted by Toyota Motor Company. Because 5S plays an important role in shaping corporate image, reducing costs, on-time delivery, safe production, high standardization, and creating a desirable workplace, etc. The huge role of on-site improvement is gradually recognized by management circles in various countries.

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