Tired of lost time? 5S techniques can help you find things faster.

Synopsis:

The Apply 5S Techniques in Manufacturing (Blended-SFW) course is strategically designed to help companies and their employees reclaim lost time and profit through a disciplined, systematic approach to workplace organization.

Are you losing hours every week searching for misplaced tools, or re-ordering parts you already have in stock? This module moves beyond “just cleaning”—it utilizes the globally recognized Japanese 5S methodology to transform chaotic, high-risk shop floors into precision-run, high-performance environments.

By shifting from a “panic-clean” culture to a permanent standard of excellence, this course empowers participants to:

  • Stop the “Search-Time” Drain: Organize every tool and document so they are found in seconds, not minutes.
  • Eliminate Redundant Costs: Gain full inventory visibility to stop the expensive habit of buying what you already own.
  • Prevent “Near-Miss” Accidents: Clear the clutter that causes workplace hazards, ensuring a safer environment for everyone.
  • Impress at First Sight: Maintain an “audit-ready” facility that gives clients and inspectors immediate confidence in your quality.

Course Outcome: Individuals who successfully complete the course and demonstrate competency in the assessments will be awarded a Statement of Attainment (SOA) from SkillsFuture Singapore and a Certificate of Participation from ELITC.

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      Apply 5S Techniques in Manufacturing (Synchronous E-Learning)

      Synchronous E-Learning

      • Synchronous E-Learning involves online training through webinar and video-conferencing. It is a real-time learning tool which converts physical classroom into virtual classroom that continues to allow learners to ask questions and trainer to answer instantly.
      • Centre will schedule the assessment date and time. Learner will be informed and guided on the assessment process.

      Course Objective:

      On completion of this module, learners will be able to practice the skills and knowledge in the 5S techniques and apply them in their workplace.
       

      Course Outline:

      The knowledge and skills covered in this module include:
       

      Skills:

      • SEIRI – Clear unnecessary items from work area
      • SEITON – Organise work area in an orderly manner
      • SEISO – Clean work area
      • SEIKETSU – Maintain work area cleanliness
      • SHITSUKE – Maintain self-discipline in work area

      Knowledge:

      • Purpose and benefits of 5S program
      • Meaning and significance of SEIRI to own job and workplace
      • Organisational criteria for identifying necessary and unnecessary items
      • Methods, organisational guidelines and procedures to dispose unnecessary items
      • Meaning and significance of SEITON to own job and workplace
      • Organisational classification of necessary items
      • Principles of effective storage
      • Concept of visual management and its significance when performing SEITON
      • Meaning and significance of SEISO to own job and workplace
      • Factors causing unclean work area and items
      • Organisational guidelines and procedures relating to cleaning and maintenance of work place
        and items
      • Meaning and significance of SEIKETSU to own job and workplace
      • Benefits of standardising work area
      • Meaning and significance of SHITSUKE to own job and workplace
      • Importance of self-discipline in implementing 5S

      For Whom:

      Suitable for operational level.

      Entry Requirements:

      Participants are assumed to:
      • Operate a Personal Computer/Laptop, surfing internet, use keyboard and mouse;
      • Have basic knowledge of housekeeping concepts;
      • Be able to listen, read, speak and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) level 3 High Beginning (PSLE) and above; and
      • Be able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to the Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) level 3 High Beginning (PSLE) and above.

      Essential Requirement:

      Participants are required to have the following items on day of training and assessment:
      • A laptop/desktop that is able to surf internet
      • With good working condition of built-in webcam/external PC camera, microphone and headphone/earpiece/PC speakers
      • Installed browser – Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox

      Training Medium:

      This module can be conducted in either English or Mandarin.
       

      Training Methodology:

      This module is delivered through synchronous e-learning via Google Hangouts Meet and Google classroom.
       

      Assessment Methodology:

      Practical and oral/written assessments are conducted at the end of the training module.
       

      Certification:

      An individual who completes a module will be awarded a Statement of Attainment (SOA). If an individual completes the required number of modules at the various levels, he/she will be awarded a WSQ Qualification / WSQ Certificate.
      SCs and PRs
      SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline)      		MemberNon-Member
      Full Course Fee$280.00$300.00
      Amount of Funding$140.00$150.00
      Net Course Fee Payable (Inclusive of 9% GST)$165.20
      		$177.00
      Employer-sponsored / Self-sponsored SCs aged 40 and above
      SkillsFuture Midcareer Enhanced Subsidy      		MemberNon-Member
      Full Course Fee$280.00$300.00
      Amount of Funding$196.00$210.00
      Net Course Fee Payable (Inclusive of 9% GST)$109.20$117.00
      SME-sponsored local employees (SCs and PRs)
      SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs      		MemberNon-Member
      Full Course Fee$280.00$300.00
      Amount of Funding$196.00$210.00
      Net Course Fee Payable (Inclusive of 9% GST)$109.20$117.00
      Foreigners and others
      (not eligible for funding)      		MemberNon-Member
      Full Course Fee$280.00$300.00
      Net Course Fee Payable (Inclusive of 9% GST)$305.20$327.00
      • Fees stated are for a class size of 10 pax and above. For class size of less than 10 pax, kindly call Electronics Industries Training Centre (ELITC) to enquire.
      • Fees stated are non-member rate. For member rate, kindly call Electronics Industries Training Centre (ELITC) to enquire.
      • All courses listed, except for the following, are eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). NTUC members can enjoy up to 50% funding (capped at $250 per year) under UTAP.
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        2. Empowered Leadership: Mastering the New Gen Leadership
        3. Strategic Leadership: Navigating the New Gen Landscape
        4. Excel Fundamentals
        5. Essential Skills for Engineers: Quality Systems, Data & Project Management
      • A non-refundable registration fee of $20.00 is payable upon registration.
      • ELITC reserves the right to cancel any classes due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, a full refund of fees will be made.

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