5S

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5S (housekeeping) is a structured, five-step approach to housekeeping that engages both management and employees in the process. It is a matter of sifting, sorting, sweeping, standardizing, and sustaining the work environment.

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According to the Lean Manufacturing by Feld,

5S (housekeeping). A structured, five-step approach to housekeeping that engages both management and employees in the process. It is a matter of sifting, sorting, sweeping, standardizing, and sustaining the work environment.