After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the 5S methodology and its five steps
• Recognize how 5S supports visual control and flow
• Demonstrate proper execution of 5S activities
• Lead 5S implementation and sustainment efforts
• Apply 5S in both physical and digital workspaces

Introduction – Why 5S Matters

• Welcome, Learning Objectives, and Course Overview
• Workplace Organization and LEAN Readiness
• Benefits Beyond Cleanliness
• Knowledge Check

Module 1 – The Five S’s

• L1 – Sort – Eliminate What’s Not Needed
• L2 – Set in Order – Organize for Flow
• L3 – Shine – Clean and Inspect
• L4 – Standardize – Build Consistency
• L5 – Sustain – Make It a Habit
• Knowledge Check
• Applied Learning Activity

Module 2 – Visual Management in 5S

• L1 – Visual Controls for Workplace Clarity
• L2 – Abnormality Detection Through 5S
• L3 – Color Coding, Labels, and Shadow Boards
• Knowledge Check
• Applied Learning Activity

Module 3 – Implementing and Sustaining 5S

• L1 – Launching a 5S Initiative
• L2 – Audits and Accountability
• L3 – 5S in Office and Digital Environments
• Knowledge Check
• Applied Learning Activity

Conclusion – Putting It All Together

• Sustaining 5S with Leadership Support
• 5S as a Gateway to Continuous Improvement
• Final Reflections

Downloads

• Course Notes Template PDF

Online Course Format:

• Students are provided with a printable PDF document that provides a convenient format for capturing notes during the course.
• Course content is broken up into a series of modules.
• Each module consists of "bite sized" instructor-led lessons with a  Knowledge Check quiz at the end of each module, along with an Applied Learning activity. 
• Each Applied Learning activity challenges the student to apply concepts learned in the module to a situation in their workplace and is usually 30–60 minutes in duration.
• Applied Learning activity examples from previous sessions are reviewed at the end of each module.
• Each course has a dashboard % completion that tracks progress
• A course Certificate is awarded to students that get through all content and complete all Knowledge Check quizzes.

Webinars and email:

• Students will be able to attend a bi-monthly live webinar to get questions answered they have submitted by email.  Time permitting, there is a chat feature that can be used for questions with any remaining time. The webinars are usually every week, but they are offered a minimum of twice per month.  The calendar and sign-up for the webinar series are part of the course dashboard.
• Questions are also answered via email, depending on the student's preference.