5S Corrective Action Plan Checklist
Covers 5S gaps, root cause, action owner, due date, before/after evidence, approval, repeat issue tracking, and closure discipline.
Sample Audit Programs
For the complete checklist, and scoring criteria download the file
1. Is each 5S corrective action item clearly linked to a specific audit finding, with the zone, criterion, and score recorded alongside the action?
. Is a root cause statement documented for each action item — distinguishing between a one-time lapse (item out of place) and a systemic issue (no designated place exists for the item)?
3. Are recurring findings (same gap appearing in the same zone across multiple audit cycles) classified as systemic and addressed at the process level rather than corrected zone by zone?
4. Does the corrective action address the root cause — e.g., creating a designated location where none existed — rather than only restoring the item to a position it was temporarily returned to for the audit?
5. Is a named individual (not a zone or department) assigned as responsible for each corrective action, with that individual's name recorded in the action plan?
6. Is a realistic due date set for each action, with quick fixes (replace a label, clean a surface) given short deadlines and structural changes (install a shadow board, mark a floor zone) given appropriate lead time?
7. Are overdue actions flagged at the next management review, with reasons for delay documented and a revised date set — not silently rolled forward?
8. Is the action plan visible to zone staff, not held only in a management document, so the team is aware of open actions in their area?
9. Is a 'before' photograph taken at the time of the finding and a matching 'after' photograph taken from the same position after correction, retained as evidence of closure?
10. Is closure evidence reviewed by the 5S auditor or zone leader before the action is accepted as closed — not self-certified by the responsible person alone?
Customizable Audit Programs to Suit Your Business Needs
Our flexible system allows you to create tailored question lists, group them into meaningful programs, and ensure compliance across various departments. Preview sample programs and question lists to understand how you can elevate your auditing process with ease.