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Lean Paradigm – 5S

Sarah Pavelka, MHA, OTR/L, CPHQ, SSBB, CEES

S. Pavelka 2May 10, 2007 (IHC)

Objectives

Common tools5SAction Plans

Spaghetti Diagram

Lean conceptsElements of a lean foundationLean principlesLean processContinuous Improvement

Common Tools


Some Common Lean Tools

5SAction PlansSpaghetti/Layout Diagram

Time observation - metricsSimple Process MapComplex Process Map –swim lanesValue Stream MapRPIW/mini-RPIW (Kaizen)


5S is used to develop the most efficient workspace and eliminate waste in the

day-to-day operations.

5S


The 5Ss

Sorting (Separate)Store (Simplify)Shine (Scrub)StandardizingSustaining


The 5Ss

Sorting Separate the needed from the unneeded, and remove the unneeded –Survey work area and remove the unnecessary

Red Tag


Red Tag

Use the “red tag” strategyGarbageMisplacedOut of date“Up for grabs”


Red Tag Area


The 5SsStore

A place for everything and every-thing in its place, clean and ready for use –Simplify - use footprints, boards, labeling & color


Supply Room


The 5SsShine

Conduct regular cleaning and inspection; use mess prevention –Scrubbing, organize & establish preventative maintenance (PM’s)


The 5SsShine

Unnecessary items removedSupplies organized and labeledFloors and aisles clearEquipment clean and functional Work instruction in proper place


The 5SsStandardizing

Document and follow the best known methods –revisit steps 1-3Conduct weekly auditsDetermine root cause of abnormalitiesImplement countermeasures for prevention


The 5SsSustaining

Hold the gains, continue to improve, and make 5S a way of lifeEveryone must be committedUse checklists for monitoringQuantify results of workplace inspectionsDisplay each area’s results


Expected Payoffs

TimeReduction of stepsProductivity increased


Action Plans - A3

One-page story boardLogical action steps and strategy planningExamples


Layout/Spaghetti Diagram

Lab Exam 1 Exam 2

MD OfficeBillingCheckIn

Waiting

MA

Patient

Provider

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