Warehouse 5S Quiz

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Warehouse 5S Quiz

Self-testing via quiz is one of the most effective ways to learn anything. In that spirit, here’s a short warehouse 5S quiz to test your own knowledge.

Good luck!

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What does each "S" in 5S stand for?

4 points

Sort, set, shine, standardize, sustain

Start, sort, stage, shine, share

Sort, set, shine, share

Start, sequence, set, stage, shine

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What is 5S?

4 points

A 5-part workplace organization and improvement framework designed to help create a "clean and organized" operation.

An advanced accounting practice developed specifically for warehouses

A production methodology for reducing errors in manufacturing processes

All of the above

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Sometimes called the "6S" framework, what does the extra "S" stand for?

4 points

Sequence

Safety

Start

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How long can it take to implement 5S?

4 points

1 day

1 week

1 month

4 to 12 months

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Is 5S ever complete?

4 points

Yes. Once everything is set in place, it doesn't need to be maintained.

Yes. Once you've completed all 5 steps, the rest of the process will happen automatically.

Yes. Studies show that, on average, a warehouse with proper a 5S process in place will require no upkeep after 5 years.

No. 5S is a continuous process that never ends.

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Select the benefits made possible by 5S-ing a warehouse. (More than one option can be true)

4 points

Improved efficiency

Improved safety

Happier employees

Improved quality

True or False: Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) that new or
current employees can refer to is part of the 5S process.

4 points

Which of the following is/are a key obstacle in implementing a warehouse 5S process? (More than one option can be true)

4 points

Lack of employee buy-in

Trying too much at once

Not ensuring that workers have the knowledge and resources to implement 5S

Quick or fast implementation without audit

Lack of or poor planning

Failure to track progress

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