5s is a structured program to achieve total organization, cleanliness and standardization in the workplace.

a well-organized workplace results more productive operation and it boosts the morale of the workers.

Japanese term                          English equivalent     

seiri                                           tidiness (sort)

seiton                                       orderliness (set in order)

seiso                                         cleanliness (shine)

seiketsu                                    standardization (standardize)

shitsuke                                    discipline (sustain)

Seiri: refers to the act of throwing away all unwanted materials in the workplace.                 Because of seiri, simplification of tasks, effective use of space and careful purchase of items follow.          

Seiton: is all about efficiency,

             Put everything in order.

Seiso: cleaning up a workplace and giving it a shine.

Seiketsu: defining a standard by which personnel must measure and maintain                              cleanliness.

Shitsuke: discipline,

                Get rid of bad habits and constant practice of good ones.

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