WORKPLACE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

Session Objectives

At the end of the session, the participants will

be able to:

 Explain the value of practicing good workplace housekeeping

 Identify and discuss good housekeeping practices
 Explain the role of management, supervisors and employees in good housekeeping activities

SIGNS OF POOR HOUSEKEEPING

1. cluttered and poorly arranged areas

2. untidy or dangerous storage of materials

3. presence of items no longer needed or in excess

4. dusty, dirty floors and work surfaces

5. tools and equipment left in work areas

6. no waste bins and containers

7. presence of spills and leaks

ACCIDENTS FROM POOR HOUSEKEEPING

 being hit by falling objects

 tripping over loose objects on floors, stairs and platforms
 slipping on greasy, wet or dirty surfaces
 striking against projecting, poorly stacked items or misplaced material
 cutting, puncturing, or tearing the skin of hands or other parts of the body on projecting nails,
wire or steel strapping
 electrocution from exposed live wires
 fires resulting from improper storage
 health problems

Accidents From Poor Housekeeping

slips from oily, wet or dirty surfaces

Injuries from Slips, Trips, and Falls

 Strains and sprains

 Torn ligaments
 Broken bones
 Back or spine injury
 Death

What is

Good Housekeeping?

HOUSEKEEPING

Housekeeping is not just keeping

your workplace clean and safe but

it is an effective workplace

organization.

Housekeeping lessens accidents

and related injuries and illnesses.

Benefits of Good Housekeeping

 Eliminates accident and fire hazards

 Maintains safe and healthy work conditions
 Saves time, money, materials, space, and effort
 Improves productivity and quality of work
 Boosts morale
 Reflects a well-run organization

Premises of Establishment

OSHS : Rule 1060.01 - Item(4)

Good Housekeeping shall be maintained

at all times through cleanliness of

building, yards, machines and equipment,

regular waste disposal and orderly

processes, operations, storage and filing

of materials.
Planning a Good Housekeeping

Program

5S

 5S is a tool that represents the basic principles

of housekeeping and workplace organization. It

is more than cleaning and painting. It is a

disciplined approach to keep the workplace

efficient and effective.

 5S practice is a technique used to establish and

maintain Safe and Quality environment in an organization

 5S stands for five Japanese words

5S OF GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

JAPANESE ENGLISH TAGALOG

SEIRI SORT SURIIN

SEITON SYSTEMATIZE SINUPIN

ORGANIZE

SEISO SWEEP SIMUTIN

CLEAN

SEIKETSU STANDARDIZE SIGURUHIN

SHITSUKE SELF-DISCIPLINE SARILING-KUSA

SEIRI (SORT)

Seiri is an action to

identify and eliminate

all unnecessary items

from the workplace.

SORT/ELIMINATE (SEIRI)

 Decide what you need

 All tools, gauges and materials are classified for proper storage
 Remove unnecessary clutter
 Remove items which are broken, unusable or only occasionally used

ONCE YOU HAVE ELIMINATED ALL THE UNNEEDED ITEMS

NOW TURN TO THE LEFT OVER ITEMS

“‘ORDERLINESS”

SEITON (SYSTEMATIZE)

Seiton is an action

to put all essential

materials in a

systematic order.

A place for

everything and

everything in its

place.
ORDERLINESS(SEITON)

Organize layout of tools and equipment

— Designated locations

—Use tapes and labels

— Ensure everything is available as it is needed and at the “point of use”

ORDERLINESS(SEITON)

Workplace Checkpoints:

 Positions of aisles and storage places clearly marked?

 Tools classified and stored by frequency of use”?
 Pallets stacked correctly?
 Safety equipment easily accessible?
 Floors in good condition?

How to seiton your workplace go to pdf

SEISO (SWEEP)

Seiso is an action to clean and/or polish SWEEP the workplace to attain a dirt or dust-free state.

Also inspecting for for defects

TECHNIQUE FOR SEISO

 Divide areas into zones

 Define responsibilities for cleaning
 Tools and equipment must be owned by an individual
 Focus on removing the need to clean

Prevent Slips

 Clean up spills
 Repair leaky pipes
 Pick up objects
 Sweep up debris
 Wear slip-resistant shoes
Prevent Trips

 Clean up straps and bands

 Put away electrical cords and air hoses
 Don't stack items in walkways
 Keep drawers closed 8
 Put away tools

Unobstructed Exits and Fire Equipment

 Keep evacuation routes clear

 Don't block emergency exits
 Make sure fire extinguishers are accessible

SWEEP (SEISO)

Clean your workplace

 keep environmental condition as clean as the level necessary for the products
 prevent deterioration of machinery and equipment and make checking of abnormalities easy
 keep workplace safe and work easy
SEIKETSU (STANDARDIZE)

Seiketsu is a S

condition TANDARDIZE

where high

standard of

housekeeping

is attained.

SEIKETSU (STANDARDIZE)

 Generate a maintenance system for the first three S

 Develop procedures, schedules, practices
 Continue to assess the use and disposal of items
 Regularly audit using checklists and measures of housekeeping
 Real challenge is to keep it clean
SEIKETSU

Never stop in implementing the first 3S’s, maintain ahigh standard of cleanliness

and put everything in writing

SHITSUKE (SELF-DISCIPLINE)

Shitsuke is a condition

where all members

practice the above 4S

spontaneously and

willingly as a way of

life
SHITSUKE

Safety Helmet

Head Lamp

Clean Uniform

Train people to follow good

housekeeping rules autonomously

(Some Suggested Good Shitsuke Practices |

Contact people with a big smile.

Be a good listener.

Be devoted and kaizen-oriented.

Demonstrate team spirit.

Conduct yourself as the member of a reputable organization.

Be punctual.

Always keep your workplace clean and tidy.

Observe safety rules strictly.

BENEFITS OF 5S

PQCDSM:

P - Increase productivity and efficiency

Q - Improve product quality.

C - Reduce manufacturing costs.

D - Ensure on-time delivery.

S - Provide a safe working environment

M- High morale. Employees feel good in their second home. Improve company image.

FOR A 5S & HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAM TO BE EFFECTIVE

You need:

 Preparation
 Management commitment and employee support
 Housekeeping & 5s policy program and procedures
 Training
 Program evaluation
 Recognition

PREPARATION

 Understanding 5S concepts and benefits

 Visit to a company with successful 5S program
 Management commitment to 5S implementation
 Organize 5S working group
 Identification and training of 5S facilitators
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

 CEO officially announces implementation of 5S program

 CEO explains the objectives of 5S to all colleagues
 Publicize 5S organizational chart and lay-out
 Work out various promotional tools

Organizing to Implement 5S go to PDF

Management's Role

 Providing adequate equipment

 Including housekeeping in the planning of all operations
 Including maintenance of good housekeeping as part of individuals job responsibility
 Providing clean up schedule and personnel
 Maintaining executive supervisory and interest

Supervisor's Role

 Maintaining constant check on housekeeping conditions

 Seeing that employee maintain good housekeeping
 Having unusual situations corrected or cleaned up immediately
 Planning for orderliness in all operations
 Issuing definite instructions to employee
 Insisting on clean-up after every job

Workers’ Role

 Follow housekeeping procedures

 Maintain an orderly workplace
 Report to supervisors any unsafe condition

PERIODIC 5S AUDITS

 Establish 5S evaluation and incentive plan

 Conduct 5S evaluation and inspection regularly
 Organize 55 inter-department competition
 Periodically award groups and individuals
 Organize study tours to other companies
 Organize 55 inter-company competition
Good Housekeeping Habits

 Make time for housekeeping

 Evaluate your workspace
 Remove hazards before starting work
 Turn equipment off after using it
 Clean up as you go
 Never ignore a safety hazard

Daily Housekeeping Checklist

 Floors
 Aisles
 Workstation
 Equipment
 Storage
 Waste disposal

Key Points to Remember

 Good housekeeping helps prevent workplace fires and accidents

 Keeping the workplace neat, clean, and safe is everyone's responsibility
 Keep alert to housekeeping hazards
 Eliminate or report hazards you identify anywhere in the facility

Explain the role of management supervisors and employees in a good housekeeping activities