MDT 5S Quiz

Which phase of 5S are you in when you clean machines, windows, floors, etc.?

• Sort

• Set-In-Order

• Shine

• Standardize

True or False - 5S should be implemented by only one person per department to save time and avoid confusion?

• True

• False

Which item is not a part of the Sort phase?

• Clear the area

• Use of red tags

• 48-hour rule

• Putting tools at the point of use

What is the 6th "S" in the system?

• Safety

• Shine

• Sustain

• Standardize

What is the purpose of 'Gemba' in the 5S methodology?

• To conduct safety inspections

• To highlight problems and solution in the actual workspace

• To create a gemstone collection in the workplace

• To store valuable items

In 5S, what does ‘Standard Work’ refer to?

• Work without clear guidelines

• Documented and consistent work procedures

• Work that constantly changes

• Creative work practices

Who developed the 5S Methodology or the Total Production System?

• Kiichiro Toyoda

• Henry Ford

• Taiichi Ohno

• Sakichi Toyoda

What is the foundation to Kaizen and Lean Implementation?

• Total Quality Management

• Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing

• Six Sigma

• 5S

Why is self-discipline important in a 5S environment?

• To improve employee morale

• To ensure employee compliance with rules

• To increase productivity

• To maintain a clean working environment

True or False - Creating standardized procedures, guidelines, and visual controls is not a part of the Standardize (Seiketsu) aspect of 5S.

• True

• False