The descriptive of our labels for the 6Ss are as follows:
- Sort: Distinguish between what is needed and not needed and to remove the latter.
- Stabilize: Enforce a place for everything and everything in its place.
- Shine: Clean up the workplace and look for ways to keep it clean.
- Standardize: Maintain and monitor adherence to the first three Ss.
- Sustain: Follow the rules to keep the workplace 6S-right—"maintain the gain".
- Safety: Eliminate hazards. We added this sixth "S" to maintain the focus on Safety within our facilities and embed safe conditions into all our improvements.