5S the Optical Workbench
Use 5S to organize an optical workbench around flow, visibility, and repeatable standards.
5S makes the right optical action easier than the wrong one. Sort removes what does not belong. Set in order puts what remains where the work needs it. Shine turns cleaning into inspection. Standardize captures the best layout. Sustain makes the standard survive a busy week. Flow Put high-use items close to the adjustment zone: lens cloths, pliers, screw kits, nose pads, PD ruler, and tray labels. Visibility Use labels, outlines, color-coded trays, and reorder marks so missing items are obvious before the patient is waiting. Sustain Make the closing check short enough to do daily. A standard that requires…
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