During the 5S sort phase where should we put items we don't think we need?

During the 5S sort phase where should we put items we don't think we need?

• A. In the trash
• B. In a storage area away from the work cell
• C. In the red tag area
• D. In the green tag area

Answer: (C)

During the sort phase, you separate what’s needed from what isn’t. If you’re unsure about an item, you flag it with a red tag and move it to the red tag area. This keeps the work area clear while you make a deliberate decision later—whether to keep, relocate, or discard it. It’s not meant to be trash or distant storage yet; it’s a temporary holding space for items that require evaluation. The red tag area thus supports a clean, thoughtful reduction of clutter and ensures only clearly needed items stay in place.

During the sort phase, you separate what’s needed from what isn’t. If you’re unsure about an item, you flag it with a red tag and move it to the red tag area. This keeps the work area clear while you make a deliberate decision later—whether to keep, relocate, or discard it. It’s not meant to be trash or distant storage yet; it’s a temporary holding space for items that require evaluation. The red tag area thus supports a clean, thoughtful reduction of clutter and ensures only clearly needed items stay in place.