the 5S audit may not be applicable to every Lean Six Sigma project. If it applies to the process Urine Culture Contamination , conduct a 5S audit on that process by describing what changes could be made for each step below. If 5S is not a good fit for the process you are analyzing, identify a different process that does apply and describe the steps below. Appendix A contains helpful questions to ask yourself as you complete each step of the 5S audit. Problem statement: Root Cause: Solution: Sort - distinguish needed items (e.g., tools, equipment, furniture, etc.) from unneeded items and eliminate the latter Set In Order (also known as Simplify or Straighten) - Organize needed items in the correct place to allow for easy and immediate retrieval Shine - Proactively clean work areas and perform maintenance on equipment on a regular basis Standardize - Create a standardized operating procedure for 5S tasks Sustain - Keep your 5S system running smoothly by maintaining the procedures you've developed and updating them if necessary