Purpose of This Module: Learn why Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) should be an integral part of 6S implementation. Learn how to identify EHS issues during the Sort process – the first pillar of 6S. Learn how to incorporate EHS into 6S inspections and audits of the Shine and Sustain pillars. | Lean and Environment Training Modules Version – January 2006 Next Page Lean and Environment Training Module 5 6S (5S+Safety) Previous Page Next Page Purpose of This Module Learn why Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) should be an integral part of 6S implementation Learn how to identify EHS issues during the Sort process – the first pillar of 6S Learn how to incorporate EHS into 6S inspections and audits of the Shine and Sustain pillars Previous Page Next Page Remember that the goal is not to create a new 6S system, but to incorporate EHS into the already existing processes of 6S. What is 6S? 6S is modeled after the 5S process improvement system designed to reduce waste and optimize productivity in the workplace by: Creating and maintaining organization and orderliness Using visual cues to achieve more consistent operational results Reducing defects and making accidents less likely 6S uses the five pillars of 5S and an added pillar for Safety More on 6S Previous Page Next Page The Six Pillars of 6S Sort (Get rid of it): Separate what is needed in the work area from what is not; eliminate the latter Set in order (Organize): Organize what remains Shine (Clean and Solve): Clean and inspect Safety (Respect workplace and employees): Create a safe place to work Standardize (Make consistent): Standardize the cleaning, inspection, and safety practices Sustain (Keep it up): Make 6S a way of life Previous Page Next Page More on each Pillar Relationship of the 6S Pillars Previous Page Next Page Why Should EHS be an Integral Part of 6S? Expanding the scope of 6S to include EHS concerns can help your company to: Reduce the chance paint, solvent, or other chemicals expire before they can be used Make defects less likely, so less energy and materials are wasted Avoid productivity losses from injuries and occupational health hazards by providing clean and accident-free work areas Meet or exceed your company’s environmental performance and waste reduction . | Lean and Environment Training Modules Version – January 2006 Next Page Lean and Environment Training Module 5 6S (5S+Safety) Previous Page Next Page Purpose of This Module Learn why Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) should be an integral part of 6S implementation Learn how to identify EHS issues during the Sort process – the first pillar of 6S Learn how to incorporate EHS into 6S inspections and audits of the Shine and Sustain pillars Previous Page Next Page Remember that the goal is not to create a new 6S system, but to incorporate EHS into the already existing processes of 6S. What is 6S? 6S is modeled after the 5S process improvement system designed to reduce waste and optimize productivity in the workplace by: Creating and maintaining organization and orderliness Using visual cues to achieve more consistent operational results Reducing defects and making accidents less likely 6S uses the five pillars of 5S and an added pillar for Safety More on 6S Previous Page Next .
