SORT: Dispositioning Items

Dispositioning Items

Ideas for using 5S Tags and dispositioning items during the Sort phase

No 5S Tag

• Used at least once every two days.
• Do not remove the item from its place of use.

5S Tag, Type A

• Used about once a week.
• Remove it from the direct work area but store it close to the work area.

5S Tag, Type B

• Used once a month.
• Store it somewhere accessible in the facility.

5S Tag, Type C

• Used once a year or less frequently.
• Consider storing it outside or moving it off-site.

5S Tag, Type D

• No longer needed.
• Remove: sell, return, donate, or discard.