5S is a workplace organizational method that uses a list of words to describe how to organize a work space. Those words are Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize and Sustain. 5S was originally developed in Japan as part of Just-in-Time manufacturing techniques. Now, 5S is being applied to a wide variety of industries. It has expanded from manufacturing to healthcare, education, government, and more.  The 5S Concept certification, available exclusively through the Global Synergy Sigma will give you an understanding of 5S methodology and how it is applied in the workplace.

With this 5S training, participants will be able to go through each of the 5S’s on their own or as part of a team. They will transform their workspace from a cluttered, cramped area to a clean and highly functional space. Beginning with Sorting, learners who complete this training will be able to use the remove clutter and distracting items from the immediate work area and then create designated locations for everything based on how often it is used in the Set in Order step. The Shine step will focus the participant on not only an initial deep cleaning of the space, but will help them develop a strategy for keeping the area clean in the future. The last two steps, Standardize and Sustain will help expand the 5S’s throughout your organization.