Programme Introduction

• Programme structure: expectations & objectives
• Role & expectations for 5S facilitators

Introduction to Waste Elimination & Lean Thinking

• The principles of Lean thinking: value add vs non-value add
• Identifying the 8 classic wastes
• Simulation Exercise

Waste Walking

• Practical ‘GO LOOK SEE’ activity

5S Workplace Organisation

• Creating the 5S vision
• How to achieve & sustain an organised workplace
• Using the 5S approach (sort, straighten, sweep/shine, system, sustain)
• Red & Yellow tagging
• Live activity in business area
• Setting the standard (model office)
• Setting the standard (model office)

Planning & Managing 5S Activities

• Creating & communicating the vision
• Checklist for 5S activity preparation
• Planning for success: before / during / after the 5S activity
• Measuring results: audit criteria / radar charts
• Engaging senior stakeholder support
• Identifying & understanding team reactions & resistance to change
• Creating the ‘Just Do It’ culture & encouraging quick wins
• Sharing & communicating best practice
• Recognition & success criteria